What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Overlake?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Overlake is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Overlake?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Overlake is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Overlake?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 4th Ave & Madison St and arriving at State Route 520 & NE 40th St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Overlake?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Symphony and arriving at Overlake Village. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Seattle to Overlake?

The distance between Seattle and Overlake is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Overlake without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Overlake without a car is to line 545 bus which takes 27 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Overlake?

The line 545 bus from 4th Ave & Madison St to State Route 520 & NE 40th St takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Overlake bus from?

Seattle to Overlake bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 4th Ave & Madison St station.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Overlake train from?

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

Where does the Seattle to Overlake bus arrive?

Seattle to Overlake bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at State Route 520 & NE 40th St station.

Where does the Seattle to Overlake train arrive?

Seattle to Overlake train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Overlake Village station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Overlake?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Overlake is 13 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Seattle to Overlake.

Where can I stay near Overlake?

There are 953+ hotels available in Overlake.

Seattle to Overlake - 4 ways to travel via line 545 bus, tram, taxi, and car

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Seattle to Overlake

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Seattle to Overlake. The best route is Line 545 bus, a distance of 14.749 km.

Line 545 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 4th Ave & Madison St to State Route 520 & NE 40th Stbus 545
27 min
$3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Symphony to Overlake Villagetram 2 Line
35 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to Overlaketaxi 12.8 mi
16 min
$45–55
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Overlakecar 12.8 mi
16 min
$3–4

Seattle to Overlake by bus

454Weekly Buses

27 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Overlake, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from 4th Ave & Madison St to State Route 520 & NE 40th St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Symphony to Overlake Village every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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