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

The cheapest way to get from Northgate to South Lake Union is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Northgate to South Lake Union is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $26 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Northgate and South Lake Union?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N and arriving at Westlake & Mercer. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Northgate and South Lake Union?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northgate and arriving at Capitol Hill. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Northgate to South Lake Union?

The distance between Northgate and South Lake Union is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northgate to South Lake Union without a car is to tram which takes 13 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Northgate to Capitol Hill takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Northgate to South Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N station.

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

Northgate to South Lake Union train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Northgate station.

Where does the Northgate to South Lake Union bus arrive?

Northgate to South Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Westlake & Mercer station.

Where does the Northgate to South Lake Union train arrive?

Northgate to South Lake Union train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Capitol Hill station.

Can I drive from Northgate to South Lake Union?

Yes, the driving distance between Northgate to South Lake Union is 7 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Northgate to South Lake Union.

Where can I stay near South Lake Union?

There are 1460+ hotels available in South Lake Union.

Northgate to South Lake Union - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 40 bus

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Northgate to Capitol Hilltram 1 Line / ...
13 min
$3
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Northgate to South Lake Unioncar 7.1 mi
10 min
$2
Line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N to Westlake & Mercerbus 40
45 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northgate to South Lake Uniontaxi 7.1 mi
10 min
$26–31

Northgate to South Lake Union by tram

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Northgate to Capitol Hill every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N to Westlake & Mercer every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 45 min.

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