What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Ballard?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Ballard is to line 578 bus and line 40 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Ballard?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Ballard is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Ballard?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way station to Ballard. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 3rd Ave & Union St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Ballard?

The distance between Federal Way and Ballard is 29 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Way to Ballard without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Way to Ballard without a car is to line 578 bus and line 40 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Ballard?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Federal Way to Ballard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Ballard bus from?

Federal Way to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3.

Where does the Federal Way to Ballard bus arrive?

Federal Way to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave & University station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Ballard is 28 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Federal Way to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 956+ hotels available in Ballard.

Federal Way to Ballard - 4 ways to travel via line 578 bus, and line 40 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to Ballard by bus, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 578 bus, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Universitybus 578 / ...
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 12m
$6
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Federal Way to Ballardcar 27.4 mi
43 min
$5–8
Tram, line 40 bus
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Symphonytram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 35m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Ballardtaxi 27.4 mi
43 min
$85–100

Federal Way to Ballard by bus

287Weekly Buses

1h 12mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.7 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Federal Way, WA, USA and Ballard, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 4th Ave & University and 3rd Ave & Union St in around 1h 12m.

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