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

The cheapest way to get from Westlake Center to Tacoma is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Westlake Center to Tacoma is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Westlake Center and Tacoma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stewart St & 3rd Ave and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 14th St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Westlake Center and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct train from Westlake Center to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Westlake and arriving at Tacoma Dome Station via King Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Westlake Center to Tacoma?

The distance between Westlake Center and Tacoma is 34 miles. The road distance is 34.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westlake Center to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 1h 3m and costs $3.

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

The bus from Stewart St & 3rd Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th St takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Westlake Center to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Stewart St & 3rd Ave station.

Where do I catch the Westlake Center to Tacoma train from?

Westlake Center to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from King Street Station.

Train or bus from Westlake Center to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Westlake Center to Tacoma is to bus which takes 1h 3m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Westlake Center to Tacoma bus arrive?

Westlake Center to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Pacific Ave & S 14th St station.

Where does the Westlake Center to Tacoma train arrive?

Westlake Center to Tacoma train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station.

Can I drive from Westlake Center to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Westlake Center to Tacoma is 34 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Westlake Center to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 441+ hotels available in Tacoma.

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Stewart St & 3rd Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
1h 3m
$3
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
1h 44m
$15–29
Drive 34 mi
1. Drive from Westlake Center to Tacomacar 34 mi
40 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Westlake Center to Tacomataxi 34 mi
40 min
$110–140

Westlake Center to Tacoma by foot and bus

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from Stewart St & 3rd Ave to Pacific Ave & S 14th St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 1m. 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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