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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Northgate is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Northgate is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $25 - $31.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St and arriving at Meridian Ave N & N Northgate Way. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Capitol Hill and arriving at Northgate. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Northgate?

The distance between South Lake Union and Northgate is 6 miles. The road distance is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Northgate without a car is to tram which takes 14 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Capitol Hill to Northgate takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the South Lake Union to Northgate bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Lake Union to Northgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Lake Union to Northgate?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Union to Northgate is 7 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from South Lake Union to Northgate.

Where can I stay near Northgate?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Northgate.

South Lake Union to Northgate - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Capitol Hill to Northgatetram 1 Line / ...
14 min
$3
Drive 7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Lake Union to Northgatecar 7 mi
9 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St to Meridian Ave N & N Northgate Waybus 40
43 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Lake Union to Northgatetaxi 7 mi
9 min
$25–31

South Lake Union to Northgate by tram

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Capitol Hill to Northgate every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from Westlake Ave N & Mercer St to Meridian Ave N & N Northgate Way every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 43 min. Sound Transit also services this route twice a week.

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