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

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Yelm is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Yelm is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Yelm?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way station to Yelm. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 and arriving at Yelm Ave at 3rd St via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G and Olympia Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Yelm?

The distance between Federal Way and Yelm is 50 miles. The road distance is 36.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Yelm without a car is to line 574 bus and train and line 94 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $19 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Federal Way to Yelm, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Federal Way to Yelm bus arrive?

Federal Way to Yelm bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at SR 512 P&R - Zone H station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Yelm?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Yelm is 37 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Federal Way to Yelm.

Where can I stay near Yelm?

There are 57+ hotels available in Yelm.

Federal Way to Yelm - 4 ways to travel via train, line 574 bus, and line 94 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to Yelm by bus, train, 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 574 bus, train, line 94 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to 26th St E & D St Ebus 574
2. Take the train from Tacoma to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Amtrak Station to Yelm Ave at Edwards Stbus 94
2h 30m
$19–41
Line 574 bus, bus, line 94 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to SR 512 P&R - Zone Hbus 574
2. Take the bus from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G to Olympia Transit Centerbus 610 / ...
3. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to Yelm Ave at 3rd Stbus 94
3h 12m
$5–9
Drive 36.7 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Yelmcar 36.7 mi
55 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Yelmtaxi 36.7 mi
55 min
$120–150

Federal Way to Yelm by bus and train

49Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to Yelm Ave at 3rd St via SR 512 P&R - Zone H, SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G, and Olympia Transit Center in around 3h 12m.

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