What is the cheapest way to get from University District to Mercer Island?

The cheapest way to get from University District to Mercer Island is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from University District to Mercer Island?

The fastest way to get from University District to Mercer Island is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between University District and Mercer Island?

No, there is no direct bus from University District station to Mercer Island. However, there are services departing from U District Station - Bay 3 and arriving at 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via 2nd Ave Ext S & Yesler Way and N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between University District and Mercer Island?

No, there is no direct train from University District to Mercer Island. However, there are services departing from U District and arriving at Mercer Island via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from University District to Mercer Island?

The distance between University District and Mercer Island is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from University District to Mercer Island without a car is to tram which takes 1h 8m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from University District to Mercer Island?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from University District to Mercer Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University District to Mercer Island bus from?

University District to Mercer Island bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from U District Station - Bay 3.

Where do I catch the University District to Mercer Island train from?

University District to Mercer Island train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from U District station.

Where does the University District to Mercer Island bus arrive?

University District to Mercer Island bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 3rd Ave S & S Main St station.

Where does the University District to Mercer Island train arrive?

University District to Mercer Island train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Mercer Island station.

Can I drive from University District to Mercer Island?

Yes, the driving distance between University District to Mercer Island is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from University District to Mercer Island.

Where can I stay near Mercer Island?

There are 1545+ hotels available in Mercer Island.

University District to Mercer Island - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from University District to Mercer Island by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from U District to Mercer Islandtram 2 Line
1h 8m
$6
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University District to Mercer Islandcar 11.1 mi
15 min
$2–3
Line 70 bus, line 550 bus
1. Take the bus from U District Station - Bay 3 to 3rd Ave S & S Main Stbus 70 / ...
2. Take the bus from 2nd Ave Ext S & Yesler Way to N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2bus 550 / ...
1h 52m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University District to Mercer Islandtaxi 11.1 mi
15 min
$35–50

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from U District to Mercer Island hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from U District Station - Bay 3 to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via 3rd Ave S & S Main St, 2nd Ave Ext S & Yesler Way, and N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2 in around 1h 52m.

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