What is the cheapest way to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks?

The cheapest way to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks?

The fastest way to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $16 - $24.

How far is it from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks?

The distance between Whidbey Island and Ballard Locks is 30 miles. The road distance is 89.1 miles.

How do I travel from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks without a car?

The best way to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks without a car is to ferry and line 117 bus and line 44 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $14 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks, including transfers.

Can I drive from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks?

Yes, the driving distance between Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks.

Where can I stay near Ballard Locks?

There are 1495+ hotels available in Ballard Locks.

Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 117 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks by ferry, bus, or car

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Ferry, line 117 bus, line 44 bus
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1. Take the ferry from Clinton to Mukilteoferry
2. Take the bus from Mukilteo Ferry Terminal Bay 1 to Lynnwood City Center Stationbus 117
3. Take the bus from U District Station - Bay 1 to NW Market St & 30th Ave NWbus 44
2h 19m
$14–34
Drive 88.6 mi
1. Drive from Oak Harbor to Ballard Lockscar 88.6 mi
1h 56m
$17–24

Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks by ferry, bus, tram, and foot

213Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Whidbey Island, WA, USA and Ballard Locks, WA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Whidbey Island to Ballard Locks. However, you can take the ferry to Mukilteo, walk to Mukilteo Ferry Terminal Bay 1, take the line 117 bus to Lynnwood City Center Station, walk to Lynnwood City Center, take the vehicle to U District, walk to U District Station - Bay 1, take the line 44 bus to NW Market St & 30th Ave NW, then walk to Ballard Locks. Alternatively, you can drive from Oak Harbor to Ballard Locks in around 1h 56m.

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