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

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Burien is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Burien is to tram which takes 17 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Burien?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St and arriving at International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Federal Way and Burien?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Federal Way Downtown and arriving at SeaTac/Airport. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Federal Way to Burien?

The distance between Federal Way and Burien is 9 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Burien without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Federal Way Downtown to SeaTac/Airport takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Federal Way to Burien bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St station.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Burien train from?

Federal Way to Burien train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown station.

Where does the Federal Way to Burien bus arrive?

Federal Way to Burien bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2 station.

Where does the Federal Way to Burien train arrive?

Federal Way to Burien train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at SeaTac/Airport station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Burien?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Burien is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Federal Way to Burien.

Where can I stay near Burien?

There are 976+ hotels available in Burien.

Federal Way to Burien - 5 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Federal Way to Burien by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to SeaTac/Airporttram 1 Line
17 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2bus A Line
31 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Burientaxi 12.1 mi
19 min
$35–50
Drive 12.1 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Buriencar 12.1 mi
19 min
$3–4
Bus via Burien Transit Center - Bay 1
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2bus A Line
2. Take the bus from International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2 to Burien Transit Center - Bay 1bus 161
55 min
$5–6

Federal Way to Burien by tram

868Weekly Trams

17 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Federal Way to Burien.

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Federal Way Downtown to SeaTac/Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 31 min.

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