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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Ballard is to line 40 bus which costs $3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Ballard is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $21 - $25.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Ballard?

The distance between South Lake Union and Ballard is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Ballard without a car is to line 40 bus which takes 22 min and costs $3.

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

The line 40 bus from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

South Lake Union to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St station.

Where does the South Lake Union to Ballard bus arrive?

South Lake Union to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St station.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Ballard.

South Lake Union to Ballard - 3 ways to travel via line 40 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from South Lake Union to Ballard by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
22 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Lake Union to Ballardtaxi 5.5 mi
13 min
$21–25
Walk
1. Take the foot from South Lake Union to Ballardwalk 5 mi
1h 36m

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Distance: 4.8 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min.

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