How to get from Tacoma to Alki Beach by bus?

Tacoma to Alki Beach - Bus Schedule

The 11 bus from Tacoma to Alki Beach runs from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Tacoma to Alki Beach by bus

To get from Tacoma to Alki Beach in Seattle, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 11 bus from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal station to Commerce St Station - Zone C station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 594 bus and finally take the 50 bus from Sodo Busway & S Spokane St station to 63rd Ave SW & Alki Ave SW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $6.75. The bus schedule from Tacoma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Alki Beach on the Moovit app.

151min$6.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 11
11
Bus - 594594
Bus - 5050
Walk to Alki Beach
Leaves from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal
    ID 990
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Downtown Tacoma
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone C
    ID 4082
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone D
    ID 4083
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 594594
    Wait for bus
    594
    Seattle
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Wy & S Spokane St
    ID 670
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sodo Busway & S Spokane St
    ID 99252
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    West Seattle South Downtown Seattle
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    63rd Ave SW & Alki Ave SW
    ID 15652
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alki Beach
    Walk to
    Alki Beach
    Seattle, WA 98116
    700 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tacoma to Alki Beach

The distance between Tacoma, Seattle and Alki Beach, Seattle is approximately 46.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 151 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tacoma to Alki Beach by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Tacoma to Alki Beach

To check the bus schedule from Tacoma to Alki Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tacoma) and destination (Alki Beach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Alki Beach?

    The fastest way takes 151 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 594, Bus line 50.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Alki Beach?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tacoma to Alki Beach?

    The 11 bus line goes from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Commerce St Station - Zone C station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Commerce St Station - Zone C station near Alki Beach in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tacoma to Alki Beach by bus?

    The total travel time between Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Alki Beach in Seattle by bus is about 2 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tacoma to get to Alki Beach?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tacoma and Alki Beach?

    Get off the bus at the Commerce St Station - Zone C stop, which is closest to Alki Beach in Seattle.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tacoma to Alki Beach?

    The ride from Tacoma to Alki Beach costs $6.75.

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