What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Lake Washington?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Lake Washington is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Lake Washington?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Lake Washington is to tram which takes 4 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Lake Washington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E John St & Broadway E - Bay 1 and arriving at NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 2. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Lake Washington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Capitol Hill and arriving at Univ of Washington. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Seattle to Lake Washington?

The distance between Seattle and Lake Washington is 2 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Lake Washington without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Lake Washington without a car is to tram which takes 4 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Lake Washington?

The tram from Capitol Hill to Univ of Washington takes 4 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Lake Washington bus from?

Seattle to Lake Washington bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from E John St & Broadway E - Bay 1 station.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Lake Washington train from?

Seattle to Lake Washington train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Capitol Hill station.

Where does the Seattle to Lake Washington bus arrive?

Seattle to Lake Washington bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 2 station.

Where does the Seattle to Lake Washington train arrive?

Seattle to Lake Washington train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Univ of Washington station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Lake Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Lake Washington is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Seattle to Lake Washington.

Where can I stay near Lake Washington?

There are 971+ hotels available in Lake Washington.

Seattle to Lake Washington - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 43 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Lake Washington by tram, bus, taxi, car, 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
best
1. Take the tram from Capitol Hill to Univ of Washingtontram 1 Line
4 min
$3
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Seattle to Bellevuecar 9.8 mi
14 min
$2–3
Line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from E John St & Broadway E - Bay 1 to NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 2bus 43
15 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to Bellevuetaxi 9.8 mi
14 min
$30–40
Walk
1. Take the foot from Seattle to Bellevuewalk 9.7 mi
3h 7m

Seattle to Lake Washington by tram

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Map of how to get from Seattle to Lake Washington.

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 4 min

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Lake Washington, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Capitol Hill to Univ of Washington every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 4 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from E John St & Broadway E - Bay 1 to NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 2 hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min.

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