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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Seattle is to bus which costs $3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Seattle is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $7 - $9.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fairview Ave N & Mercer St and arriving at 3rd Ave & Pine St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Seattle?

The distance between South Lake Union and Seattle is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 9 min and costs $3.

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

The bus from Fairview Ave N & Mercer St to 3rd Ave & Pine St takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

Where does the South Lake Union to Seattle bus arrive?

South Lake Union to Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 3rd Ave & Pine St station.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1634+ hotels available in Seattle.

South Lake Union to Seattle - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and foot

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

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1. Take the bus from Fairview Ave N & Mercer St to 3rd Ave & Pine Stbus 70 / ...
9 min
$3
- 4:54 PM – 4:58 PM
  bus 4 min • Direct
  $3
- 5:03 PM – 5:09 PM
  bus 6 min • Direct
  $3
- 5:04 PM – 5:09 PM
  bus 4 min • Direct
  $3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Lake Union to Seattletaxi 1.5 mi
3 min
$7–9
Walk
1. Take the walk from South Lake Union to Seattlewalk 1.4 mi
27 min

South Lake Union to Seattle by bus

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Distance: 1.1 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from Fairview Ave N & Mercer St to 3rd Ave & Pine St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min. Sound Transit also services this route every 20 minutes.

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