What is the cheapest way to get from Mercer Island to Ballard?

The cheapest way to get from Mercer Island to Ballard is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mercer Island to Ballard?

The fastest way to get from Mercer Island to Ballard is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Mercer Island and Ballard?

No, there is no direct bus from Mercer Island to Ballard. However, there are services departing from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1 and 3rd Ave & Union St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Mercer Island to Ballard?

The distance between Mercer Island and Ballard is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mercer Island to Ballard without a car is to tram and line 40 bus which takes 1h 8m and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Mercer Island to Ballard?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Mercer Island to Ballard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mercer Island to Ballard bus from?

Mercer Island to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1 station.

Where does the Mercer Island to Ballard bus arrive?

Mercer Island to Ballard bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave & Union St station.

Can I drive from Mercer Island to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Mercer Island to Ballard is 14 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Mercer Island to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1405+ hotels available in Ballard.

Mercer Island to Ballard - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 40 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mercer Island to Ballard 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, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Mercer Island to Symphonytram 2 Line
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 8m
$9
Drive 13.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mercer Island to Ballardcar 13.5 mi
25 min
$3–4
Tram, line 44 bus
1. Take the tram from Mercer Island to U Districttram 2 Line
2. Take the bus from NE 45th St & 9th Ave NE to NW Market St & 15th Ave NWbus 44
1h 10m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mercer Island to Ballardtaxi 13.5 mi
25 min
$45–60
Line 550 bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1 to 4th Ave & Union Stbus 550
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 14m
$9

Mercer Island to Ballard by bus and tram

130Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 14 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1, 4th Ave & Union St, and 3rd Ave & Union St in around 1h 14m.

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