What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Mercer Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way station to Mercer Island. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 and arriving at 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via Seneca St & Terry Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Mercer Island?

The distance between Federal Way and Mercer Island is 31 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island without a car is to line 578 bus and line 630 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Mercer Island bus from?

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

Where does the Federal Way to Mercer Island bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Federal Way to Mercer Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Mercer Island is 25 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Federal Way to Mercer Island.

Where can I stay near Mercer Island?

There are 1327+ hotels available in Mercer Island.

Federal Way to Mercer Island - 4 ways to travel via line 578 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island 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 630 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Universitybus 578 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seneca St & Terry Ave to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd Stbus 630
2h 10m
$6
Drive 24.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Federal Way to Mercer Islandcar 24.7 mi
31 min
$5–7
Tram, line 630 bus
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Int'l Dist/Chinatowntram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from 5th Ave S & S Weller St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd Stbus 630
2h 13m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Mercer Islandtaxi 24.7 mi
31 min
$75–95

Federal Way to Mercer Island by bus and foot

40Weekly Services

2h 10mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Federal Way to Mercer Island.

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Distance: 30.8 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via 4th Ave & University and Seneca St & Terry Ave in around 2h 10m.

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