What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union is to line 578 bus which costs $3 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and South Lake Union?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 station and arriving at Howell St & 9th Ave. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Federal Way and South Lake Union?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Federal Way Downtown and arriving at Westlake. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Federal Way to South Lake Union?

The distance between Federal Way and South Lake Union is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.8 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Way to South Lake Union without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union without a car is to line 578 bus which takes 38 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union?

The line 578 bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to Howell St & 9th Ave takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to South Lake Union bus from?

Federal Way to South Lake Union bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to South Lake Union train from?

Federal Way to South Lake Union train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown station.

Where does the Federal Way to South Lake Union bus arrive?

Federal Way to South Lake Union bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Howell St & 9th Ave station.

Where does the Federal Way to South Lake Union train arrive?

Federal Way to South Lake Union train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Westlake station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to South Lake Union?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to South Lake Union is 24 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Federal Way to South Lake Union.

Where can I stay near South Lake Union?

There are 1454+ hotels available in South Lake Union.

Federal Way to South Lake Union - 4 ways to travel via line 578 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to South Lake Union by bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 578 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to Howell St & 9th Avebus 578 / ...
38 min
$3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Westlaketram 1 Line
56 min
$3
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to South Lake Unioncar 23.7 mi
28 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to South Lake Uniontaxi 23.7 mi
28 min
$85–110

Federal Way to South Lake Union by bus

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Distance: 22.9 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Federal Way, WA, USA and South Lake Union, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to Howell St & 9th Ave every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Federal Way Downtown to Westlake every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min.

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