What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle is to bus via 7th Ave N & Denny Way which costs $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle?

The fastest way to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $9 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle, WA and Space Needle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way and arriving at 7th Ave N & Denny Way. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct train between Seattle, WA and Space Needle?

No, there is no direct train from Seattle, WA to Space Needle. However, there are services departing from Int'l Dist/Chinatown and arriving at Seattle Center via Westlake Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Seattle, WA to Space Needle?

The distance between Seattle, WA and Space Needle is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle, WA to Space Needle without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle without a car is to tram and train which takes 18 min and costs $3 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle?

It takes approximately 18 min to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle, WA to Space Needle bus from?

Seattle, WA to Space Needle bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way station.

Where do I catch the Seattle, WA to Space Needle train from?

Seattle, WA to Space Needle train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Int'l Dist/Chinatown station.

Where does the Seattle, WA to Space Needle bus arrive?

Seattle, WA to Space Needle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 7th Ave N & Denny Way station.

What is the time difference between Seattle, WA and Space Needle?

Space Needle is 1h behind Seattle, WA. It is currently 1:22 PM in Seattle, WA and 12:22 PM in Space Needle.

Where does the Seattle, WA to Space Needle train arrive?

Seattle, WA to Space Needle train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Westlake station.

Where can I stay near Space Needle?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Space Needle.

Seattle, WA to Space Needle - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle by tram, train, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Int'l Dist/Chinatown to Westlaketram 1 Line
2. Take the train from Westlake Center to Seattle Centertrain Monorail
18 min
$3–7
Bus via 7th Ave N & Denny Way
1. Take the bus from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way to 7th Ave N & Denny Waybus E Line
19 min
$3
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from S Jackson St & 5th Ave S to 1st Ave & Broad Stbus 1 / ...
20 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle, WA to Space Needletaxi 2.1 mi
5 min
$9–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way to 3rd Ave & Vine Stbus 1 / ...
20 min
$3
Walk
1. Take the foot from Seattle, WA to Space Needlewalk 1.9 mi
37 min

Seattle, WA to Space Needle by tram, train, and foot

586Weekly Services

18 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Seattle, WA to Space Needle.

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Distance: 2.2 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Space Needle, WA, USA?

King County Metro operates a bus from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way to 7th Ave N & Denny Way every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min.

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