What is the cheapest way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma is to line 50 bus and bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between West Seattle and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from West Seattle to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from California Ave SW & SW Spokane St and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 14th St via Bus Wy & Lander St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between West Seattle and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct train from West Seattle to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Sodo and arriving at Tacoma Dome Station via King Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from West Seattle to Tacoma?

The distance between West Seattle and Tacoma is 36 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

How do I travel from West Seattle to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma without a car is to line 50 bus and bus which takes 1h 23m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from West Seattle to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from West Seattle to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Seattle to Tacoma bus from?

West Seattle to Tacoma bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from California Ave SW & SW Spokane St station.

Where do I catch the West Seattle to Tacoma train from?

West Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from King Street Station.

Train or bus from West Seattle to Tacoma?

The best way to get from West Seattle to Tacoma is to line 50 bus and bus which takes 1h 23m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the West Seattle to Tacoma bus arrive?

West Seattle to Tacoma bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at SODO Busway & S Lander St station.

Where does the West Seattle to Tacoma train arrive?

West Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station.

Can I drive from West Seattle to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between West Seattle to Tacoma is 33 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from West Seattle to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 387+ hotels available in Tacoma.

West Seattle to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 50 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from California Ave SW & SW Spokane St to SODO Busway & S Lander Stbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bus Wy & Lander St to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
1h 23m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
2h 4m
$18–32
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from West Seattle to Tacomacar 33.1 mi
44 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Seattle to Tacomataxi 33.1 mi
44 min
$110–140

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between West Seattle, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from California Ave SW & SW Spokane St to Pacific Ave & S 14th St via Bus Wy & Lander St in around 1h 23m. 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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