What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Ballard?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Ballard is to bus and line 40 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Ballard?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Ballard is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Ballard?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Ballard. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone D and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 4th Ave S & S Jackson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Tacoma and Ballard?

No, there is no direct train from Tacoma station to Ballard. However, there are services departing from Tacoma Dome Station and arriving at U District via Int'l Dist/Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Ballard?

The distance between Tacoma and Ballard is 40 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Ballard without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Ballard without a car is to bus and line 40 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Ballard?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Tacoma to Ballard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Ballard bus from?

Tacoma to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Commerce St Station - Zone D.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Ballard train from?

Tacoma to Ballard train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Tacoma Dome Station.

Train or bus from Tacoma to Ballard?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Ballard is to bus and line 40 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $29 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Tacoma to Ballard bus arrive?

Tacoma to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave S & Jackson St station.

Where does the Tacoma to Ballard train arrive?

Tacoma to Ballard train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at King Street Station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Ballard is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Tacoma to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1324+ hotels available in Ballard.

Tacoma to Ballard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 40 bus
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1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from 4th Ave S & S Jackson St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 41m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
1h 46m
$16–29
Drive 39.6 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Ballardcar 39.6 mi
53 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Ballardtaxi 39.6 mi
53 min
$130–160

Tacoma to Ballard by bus

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Ballard, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 4th Ave S & Jackson St and 4th Ave S & S Jackson St in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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