What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Lake Sammamish?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Lake Sammamish. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone D and arriving at State Route 520 & NE 40th St via 6th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Tacoma and Lake Sammamish?

No, there is no direct train from Tacoma station to Lake Sammamish. However, there are services departing from Tacoma Dome Station and arriving at South Bellevue via Int'l Dist/Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

The distance between Tacoma and Lake Sammamish is 53 miles. The road distance is 41.6 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 49m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Lake Sammamish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Lake Sammamish train from?

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

Train or bus from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish is to train which takes 2h and costs $55 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 545 bus, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Tacoma to Lake Sammamish bus arrive?

Tacoma to Lake Sammamish bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St station.

Where does the Tacoma to Lake Sammamish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Lake Sammamish is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish.

Where can I stay near Lake Sammamish?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Lake Sammamish.

Tacoma to Lake Sammamish - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tacoma to Lake Sammamish by bus, taxi, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 590 / ...
2. Take the taxi from South Bellevue to Lake Sammamishtaxi
1h 49m
$46–61
Drive 41.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tacoma to Lake Sammamishcar 41.4 mi
58 min
$8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
2h
$56–84
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Lake Sammamishtaxi 41.4 mi
58 min
$130–170
Bus, line 545 bus
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Bus Wy & Royal Brougham Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from 6th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way to State Route 520 & NE 40th Stbus 545
1h 50m
$36–46

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Distance: 52.5 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Lake Sammamish, WA, USA?

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Lake Sammamish via Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St, 6th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way, and State Route 520 & NE 40th St in around 1h 50m.

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