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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Federal Way is to tram which costs $3 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Federal Way is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Federal Way?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd Ave & Marion St and arriving at Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Federal Way?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Symphony and arriving at Federal Way Downtown. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Seattle to Federal Way?

The distance between Seattle and Federal Way is 22 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Federal Way without a car is to bus which takes 37 min and costs $3.

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

The bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Seattle to Federal Way bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Marion St station.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Federal Way train from?

Seattle to Federal Way train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Symphony station.

Where does the Seattle to Federal Way bus arrive?

Seattle to Federal Way bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11.

Where does the Seattle to Federal Way train arrive?

Seattle to Federal Way train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Federal Way Downtown station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Federal Way?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Federal Way is 22 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Seattle to Federal Way.

Where can I stay near Federal Way?

There are 431+ hotels available in Federal Way.

Seattle to Federal Way - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Seattle to Federal Way by bus, tram, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11577 / ...
37 min
$3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Symphony to Federal Way Downtown1 Line
53 min
$3
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Federal Way21.9 mi
27 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to Federal Way21.9 mi
27 min
$65–85

Seattle to Federal Way by bus

367Weekly Buses

37 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 37 min. King County Metro also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Symphony to Federal Way Downtown every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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