What is the cheapest way to get from Westlake Center to Ballard?

The cheapest way to get from Westlake Center to Ballard is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Westlake Center to Ballard?

The fastest way to get from Westlake Center to Ballard is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Westlake Center and Ballard?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3rd Ave & Pine St and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Westlake Center to Ballard?

The distance between Westlake Center and Ballard is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

How do I travel from Westlake Center to Ballard without a car?

The best way to get from Westlake Center to Ballard without a car is to line 40 bus which takes 34 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Westlake Center to Ballard?

The line 40 bus from 3rd Ave & Pine St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Westlake Center to Ballard bus from?

Westlake Center to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 3rd Ave & Pine St station.

Where does the Westlake Center to Ballard bus arrive?

Westlake Center to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St station.

Can I drive from Westlake Center to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Westlake Center to Ballard is 6 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Westlake Center to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1379+ hotels available in Ballard.

Westlake Center to Ballard - 4 ways to travel via line 40 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Westlake Center to Ballard by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Pine St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
34 min
$3
Drive 5.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Westlake Center to Ballardcar 5.9 mi
14 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Westlake Center to Ballardtaxi 5.9 mi
14 min
$22–27
Line 40 bus via Westlake & 9th-Denny
1. Take the bus from Westlake & 9th-Denny to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
36 min
$3

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Westlake Center, WA, USA and Ballard, WA, USA?

King County Metro operates a bus from 3rd Ave & Pine St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 32 min.

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