What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines is to bus and line 166 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from 3rd Ave & Columbia St and arriving at Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St via Burien Transit Center - Bay 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct train from Seattle to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Symphony and arriving at Kent Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Seattle to Des Moines?

The distance between Seattle and Des Moines is 21 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Des Moines without a car is to tram which takes 1h 8m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Seattle to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Des Moines bus from?

Seattle to Des Moines bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 3rd Ave & Columbia St station.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Des Moines train from?

Seattle to Des Moines train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Symphony station.

Where does the Seattle to Des Moines bus arrive?

Seattle to Des Moines bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Burien Transit Center - Bay 5 station.

Where does the Seattle to Des Moines train arrive?

Seattle to Des Moines train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Kent Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Des Moines is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Seattle to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 1119+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Seattle to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, line 166 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Seattle to Des Moines by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Symphony to Kent Des Moinestram 1 Line
1h 8m
$6
Bus, line 166 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St to Burien Transit Center - Bay 5bus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burien Transit Center - Bay 5 to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd Stbus 166
1h 14m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to Des Moinestaxi 14.9 mi
21 min
$50–65
Drive 14.9 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Des Moinescar 14.9 mi
21 min
$3–4

Seattle to Des Moines by tram and bus

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 21.2 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Des Moines, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Symphony to Kent Des Moines every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St via Burien Transit Center - Bay 5 in around 1h 14m.

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