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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Space Needle is to line 8 bus which costs $3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Space Needle is to taxi which takes 2 min and costs $5 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Union and Space Needle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Denny Way & Fairview Ave N and arriving at Denny Way & 2nd Ave N. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Space Needle?

The distance between South Lake Union and Space Needle is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Space Needle without a car is to line 8 bus which takes 11 min and costs $3.

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

The line 8 bus from Denny Way & Fairview Ave N to Denny Way & 2nd Ave N takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

South Lake Union to Space Needle bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Denny Way & Fairview Ave N station.

Where does the South Lake Union to Space Needle bus arrive?

South Lake Union to Space Needle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Denny Way & 2nd Ave N station.

Where can I stay near Space Needle?

There are 1614+ hotels available in Space Needle.

South Lake Union to Space Needle - 4 ways to travel via line 8 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Union to Space Needle by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 8 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Denny Way & Fairview Ave N to Denny Way & 2nd Ave Nbus 8
11 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Lake Union to Space Needletaxi 4,800 ft
2 min
$5–7
Walk
1. Take the foot from South Lake Union to Space Needlewalk 4,680 ft
17 min
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Westlake & Mercer to Westlake & 9th-Dennybus 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denny Way & Westlake Ave to Denny Way & 5th Ave Nbus 8
20 min
$6

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Distance: 1.2 mi
Duration: 11 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from Denny Way & Fairview Ave N to Denny Way & 2nd Ave N every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min.

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