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

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island is to bus and line 630 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Mercer Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma to Mercer Island. However, there are services departing from Pacific Ave & S 19th St and arriving at 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via 5th Ave S & S Weller St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

The distance between Tacoma and Mercer Island is 40 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island without a car is to bus and line 630 bus which takes 2h 18m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island, including transfers.

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

Tacoma to Mercer Island bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Pacific Ave & S 19th St station.

Where does the Tacoma to Mercer Island bus arrive?

Tacoma to Mercer Island bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave S & Jackson St station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Mercer Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Mercer Island is 36 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Tacoma to Mercer Island.

Where can I stay near Mercer Island?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Mercer Island.

Tacoma to Mercer Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 630 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Tacoma to Mercer Island by bus, train, 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, line 630 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson St590 / ...
2. Take the bus from 5th Ave S & S Weller St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St630
2h 18m
$6
Train, line 630 bus
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street StationS Line
2. Take the bus from 5th Ave S & S Weller St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St630
2h 24m
$17–35
Drive 35.9 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Mercer Island35.9 mi
43 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Mercer Island35.9 mi
43 min
$110–130

Tacoma to Mercer Island by bus

20Weekly Buses

2h 18mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.5 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 86th Ave SE & SE 42nd St via 4th Ave S & Jackson St and 5th Ave S & S Weller St in around 2h 18m.

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