What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Seattle and Tacoma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd Ave & Stewart St and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 19th St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Port of Seattle and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct train from Port of Seattle to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Westlake and arriving at Tacoma Dome Station via King Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

The distance between Port of Seattle and Tacoma is 34 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

How do I travel from Port of Seattle to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

The bus from 2nd Ave & Stewart St to Pacific Ave & S 19th St takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Port of Seattle to Tacoma bus from?

Port of Seattle to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Stewart St station.

Where do I catch the Port of Seattle to Tacoma train from?

Port of Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from King Street Station.

Train or bus from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Port of Seattle to Tacoma bus arrive?

Port of Seattle to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Pacific Ave & S 19th St station.

Where does the Port of Seattle to Tacoma train arrive?

Port of Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station.

Can I drive from Port of Seattle to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Port of Seattle to Tacoma is 35 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Port of Seattle to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 369+ hotels available in Tacoma.

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There are 4 ways to get from Port of Seattle to Tacoma by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Stewart St to Pacific Ave & S 19th Stbus 590 / ...
1h 12m
$3
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
2h 3m
$15–29
Drive 34.8 mi
1. Drive from Port of Seattle to Tacomacar 34.8 mi
42 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port of Seattle to Tacomataxi 34.8 mi
42 min
$110–140

Port of Seattle to Tacoma by foot and bus

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Port of Seattle, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Stewart St to Pacific Ave & S 19th St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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