What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to University Place?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to University Place is to bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to University Place?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to University Place is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and University Place?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle to University Place. However, there are services departing from 2nd Ave & Yesler Way and arriving at Grandview Dr W & 33rd St W via 11th St S & S Broadway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Seattle to University Place?

The distance between Seattle and University Place is 51 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to University Place without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to University Place without a car is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs $5.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to University Place?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Seattle to University Place, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to University Place bus from?

Seattle to University Place bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Yesler Way station.

Train or bus from Seattle to University Place?

The best way to get from Seattle to University Place is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $27 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Seattle to University Place bus arrive?

Seattle to University Place bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Commerce St Station - Zone G.

Can I drive from Seattle to University Place?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to University Place is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Seattle to University Place.

Where can I stay near University Place?

There are 264+ hotels available in University Place.

Seattle to University Place - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to University Place by bus, train (Amtrak), 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 & Yesler Way to Commerce St Station - Zone Gbus 594
1h 34m
$5
Train
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
1h 53m
$15–27
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to University Placecar 38.1 mi
46 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle to University Placetaxi 38.1 mi
46 min
$120–160
Bus via Bridgeport Way W & 27th St W
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Cherry St to Commerce St Station - Zone Gbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone C to Bridgeport Way W & 27th St Wbus 2 / ...
1h 47m
$5

Seattle to University Place by bus

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Distance: 50.9 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and University Place, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Yesler Way to Commerce St Station - Zone G hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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