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

The cheapest way to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma is to line 630 bus and bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Mercer Island and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Mercer Island to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 14th St via 2nd Ave & Yesler Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Mercer Island to Tacoma?

The distance between Mercer Island and Tacoma is 42 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma without a car is to line 630 bus and bus which takes 1h 44m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Mercer Island to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma is to line 630 bus and bus which takes 1h 44m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $40 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Mercer Island to Tacoma bus arrive?

Mercer Island to Tacoma bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 5th Ave S & S Weller St station.

Can I drive from Mercer Island to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Mercer Island to Tacoma is 36 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Mercer Island to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 371+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Mercer Island to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via train, line 630 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Mercer Island to Tacoma by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Line 630 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to 5th Ave S & S Weller St630
2. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Yesler Way to Pacific Ave & S 14th St590 / ...
1h 44m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome StationS Line
2h 10m
$16–38
Drive 35.9 mi
1. Drive from Mercer Island to Tacoma35.9 mi
43 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mercer Island to Tacoma35.9 mi
43 min
$110–130

Mercer Island to Tacoma by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a bus from 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St to Pacific Ave & S 14th St via 5th Ave S & S Weller St and 2nd Ave & Yesler Way in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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