What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Mercer Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma to Mercer Island. However, there are services departing from Pacific Ave & S 14th St and arriving at 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Tacoma and Mercer Island?

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

How far is it from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

The distance between Tacoma and Mercer Island is 40 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Mercer Island without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island without a car is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Mercer Island bus from?

Tacoma to Mercer Island bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Pacific Ave & S 14th St station.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Mercer Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $30 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Tacoma to Mercer Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tacoma to Mercer Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Mercer Island is 36 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Tacoma to Mercer Island.

Where can I stay near Mercer Island?

There are 1456+ hotels available in Mercer Island.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Ave & S 14th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 590 / ...
1h 56m
$9
Drive 35.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tacoma to Mercer Islandcar 35.9 mi
43 min
$7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
2h 2m
$17–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Mercer Islandtaxi 35.9 mi
43 min
$120–150

Tacoma to Mercer Island by bus and tram

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Mercer Island, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from Pacific Ave & S 14th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min. 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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