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

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Tacoma is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Tacoma is to bus which takes 16 min and costs $2 - $3.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Tacoma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 station and arriving at 26th St E & D St E. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Federal Way to Tacoma?

The distance between Federal Way and Tacoma is 10 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 16 min and costs $2 - $3.

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

The bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to 26th St E & D St E takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Federal Way to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7.

Where does the Federal Way to Tacoma bus arrive?

Federal Way to Tacoma bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 26th St E & D St E station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Tacoma is 12 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Federal Way to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 313+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Federal Way to Tacoma - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Federal Way to Tacoma by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to 26th St E & D St Ebus 574
16 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Tacomataxi 12.3 mi
16 min
$35–45
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Tacomacar 12.3 mi
16 min
$3–4

Federal Way to Tacoma by bus

484Weekly Buses

16 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to 26th St E & D St E every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 16 min. Pierce Transit also services this route hourly.

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