What is the cheapest way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Space Needle and Tacoma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stewart St & 7th Ave and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 14th St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Space Needle and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct train from Space Needle to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Westlake and arriving at Tacoma Dome Station via King Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Space Needle to Tacoma?

The distance between Space Needle and Tacoma is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.9 miles.

How do I travel from Space Needle to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 1h 19m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Space Needle to Tacoma?

The bus from Stewart St & 7th Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th St takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Space Needle to Tacoma bus from?

Space Needle to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Stewart St & 7th Ave station.

Where do I catch the Space Needle to Tacoma train from?

Space Needle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from King Street Station.

Train or bus from Space Needle to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Space Needle to Tacoma is to bus which takes 1h 19m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Space Needle to Tacoma bus arrive?

Space Needle to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Pacific Ave & S 14th St station.

Where does the Space Needle to Tacoma train arrive?

Space Needle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station.

Can I drive from Space Needle to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Space Needle to Tacoma is 35 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Space Needle to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 360+ hotels available in Tacoma.

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There are 4 ways to get from Space Needle to Tacoma by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stewart St & 7th Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
1h 19m
$3
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
2h 1m
$15–29
Drive 34.7 mi
1. Drive from Space Needle to Tacomacar 34.7 mi
42 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Space Needle to Tacomataxi 34.7 mi
42 min
$110–140

Space Needle to Tacoma by foot and bus

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Space Needle, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from Stewart St & 7th Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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