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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $14 - $21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Union to Anacortes. However, there are services departing from Fairview Ave N & Mercer St and arriving at Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Seattle, Skagit Station Gate 5 and March's Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

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

No, there is no direct train from South Lake Union to Anacortes station. However, there are services departing from Capitol Hill and arriving at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station via Seattle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Anacortes?

The distance between South Lake Union and Anacortes is 89 miles. The road distance is 76.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $27 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes, including transfers.

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

South Lake Union to Anacortes bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

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

South Lake Union to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

Train or bus from South Lake Union to Anacortes?

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $27 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the South Lake Union to Anacortes bus arrive?

South Lake Union to Anacortes bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station.

Where does the South Lake Union to Anacortes train arrive?

South Lake Union to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from South Lake Union to Anacortes?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Union to Anacortes is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from South Lake Union to Anacortes.

Where can I stay near Anacortes?

There are 138+ hotels available in Anacortes.

South Lake Union to Anacortes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Union to Anacortes by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Seattle to Mount Vernon Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades
4h 54m
$27–57
Drive 76.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Lake Union to Anacortescar 76.5 mi
1h 28m
$14–21
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Seattle to Mount Vernon Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 2m
$26–37
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle, WA - Convention Center to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle Anacortes Northbound
1h 50m
$25–50

South Lake Union to Anacortes by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Mount Vernon Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Seattle to Mount Vernon Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $21–30 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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