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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Mercer Island is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Mercer Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boren Ave & Columbia St and arriving at 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Seattle to Mercer Island?

The distance between Seattle and Mercer Island is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Mercer Island without a car is to line 630 bus which takes 26 min and costs $3.

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

The line 630 bus from Boren Ave & Columbia St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St takes 26 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

Seattle to Mercer Island bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Boren Ave & Columbia St station.

Where does the Seattle to Mercer Island bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Seattle to Mercer Island?

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

Where can I stay near Mercer Island?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Mercer Island.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Mercer Island by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 630 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boren Ave & Columbia St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd Stbus 630
26 min
$3
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Seattle to Mercer Islandcar 7.1 mi
10 min
$2
Tram, line 204 bus
1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to Mercer Islandtram 2 Line
2. Take the bus from N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2 to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd Stbus 630 / ...
56 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to Mercer Islandtaxi 7.1 mi
10 min
$26–32
Line 547 bus, line 204 bus
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Marion St to N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2bus 547
2. Take the bus from N Mercer Way & 80th Ave SE - Bay 2 to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd Stbus 630 / ...
1h
$6

Seattle to Mercer Island by bus

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from Boren Ave & Columbia St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St 4 times a day. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 26 min.

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