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

The cheapest way to get from Mercer Island to Seattle is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mercer Island to Seattle is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Mercer Island and Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St and arriving at Boren Ave & Marion St. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Mercer Island to Seattle?

The distance between Mercer Island and Seattle is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mercer Island to Seattle without a car is to line 630 bus which takes 18 min and costs $3.

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

The line 630 bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to Boren Ave & Marion St takes 18 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Mercer Island to Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St station.

Where does the Mercer Island to Seattle bus arrive?

Mercer Island to Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Boren Ave & Marion St station.

Can I drive from Mercer Island to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Mercer Island to Seattle is 7 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Mercer Island to Seattle.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Seattle.

Mercer Island to Seattle - 5 ways to travel via line 630 bus, and line 204 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mercer Island to Seattle by bus, tram, 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.

Line 630 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to Boren Ave & Marion Stbus 630
18 min
$3
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mercer Island to Seattlecar 7.1 mi
10 min
$2
Line 204 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1bus 630 / ...
2. Take the tram from Mercer Island to Pioneer Squaretram 2 Line
25 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mercer Island to Seattletaxi 7.1 mi
10 min
$24–29
Line 204 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1bus 630 / ...
2. Take the bus from N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 1 to 4th Ave & Seneca Stbus 550 / ...
26 min
$5–6

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mercer Island to Seattle.

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to Boren Ave & Marion St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 18 min.

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