What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Space Needle?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Space Needle is to line 578 bus which costs $3 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Space Needle?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Space Needle is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Space Needle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 station and arriving at 4th Ave & Pine St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Federal Way and Space Needle?

No, there is no direct train from Federal Way to Space Needle. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown and arriving at Seattle Center via Westlake Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Space Needle?

The distance between Federal Way and Space Needle is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Space Needle without a car is to line 578 bus which takes 52 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Space Needle?

The line 578 bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Pine St takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Space Needle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Space Needle train from?

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

Where does the Federal Way to Space Needle bus arrive?

Federal Way to Space Needle bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave & Pine St station.

Where does the Federal Way to Space Needle train arrive?

Federal Way to Space Needle train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Westlake station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Space Needle?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Space Needle is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Federal Way to Space Needle.

Where can I stay near Space Needle?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Space Needle.

Federal Way to Space Needle - 4 ways to travel via line 578 bus, tram, and car

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

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Line 578 bus
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1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Pine Stbus 578 / ...
52 min
$3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Westlaketram 1 Line
1h 9m
$3–7
Drive 23.3 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Space Needlecar 23.3 mi
29 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Space Needletaxi 23.3 mi
29 min
$80–100

Federal Way to Space Needle by bus and foot

354Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.4 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Pine St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Federal Way Downtown to Westlake every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min.

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