What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA is to bus which costs $3 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Seattle, WA?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pacific Ave & S 19th St and arriving at 4th Ave S & Jackson St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Tacoma and Seattle, WA?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tacoma Dome Station station and arriving at King Street Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

The distance between Tacoma and Seattle, WA is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Seattle, WA without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

The bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson St takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Seattle, WA bus from?

Tacoma to Seattle, WA bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tacoma station.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Seattle, WA train from?

Tacoma to Seattle, WA train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Tacoma Dome Station.

Train or bus from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA is to bus which takes 55 min and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $21 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Tacoma to Seattle, WA bus arrive?

Tacoma to Seattle, WA bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle station.

What is the time difference between Tacoma and Seattle, WA?

Seattle, WA is 1h ahead of Tacoma. It is currently 3:40 PM in Tacoma and 4:40 PM in Seattle, WA.

Where does the Tacoma to Seattle, WA train arrive?

Tacoma to Seattle, WA train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at King Street Station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Seattle, WA is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Tacoma to Seattle, WA.

How do I get a train ticket from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle, WA?

Book your Tacoma to Seattle, WA bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Seattle, WA?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Seattle, WA.

Tacoma to Seattle, WA - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Tacoma to Seattle, WA by bus, train (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 590 / ...
55 min
$3
Train
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
1h 2m
$8–21
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Seattle, WAcar 33.1 mi
40 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Seattle, WAtaxi 33.1 mi
40 min
$100–120
Bus via Tacoma (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tacoma to Seattlebus FlixBus 2110
1h 6m
$3–7

Tacoma to Seattle, WA by bus

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave S & Jackson St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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