How to get from University District to Alki Beach by bus and light rail?

University District to Alki Beach - Light Rail Schedule

The 1 LINE light rail from University District to Alki Beach runs from 12:23 AM to 12:07 AM, with departures every 10 min-4 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 20 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University District to Alki Beach by bus and light rail

To get from University District to Alki Beach in Seattle, take the 1 LINE light rail from U District Station station to Sodo Station station. Next, take the 50 bus from S Lander St & Sodo Busway ACS station to 63rd Ave SW & Alki Ave SW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and light rail schedule from University District may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Alki Beach on the Moovit app.

80min$5.75
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - 1 LINE
1 LINE
Bus - 5050
Walk to Alki Beach
Leaves from U District Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    U District Station
    610 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 1 LINE1 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    1 LINE
    Federal Way Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Sodo Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    S Lander St & Sodo Busway ACS
    ID 99261
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    West Seattle South Downtown Seattle
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    63rd Ave SW & Alki Ave SW
    ID 15652
    33 min
  • 7
    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 University District to Alki Beach

The distance between University District, Seattle and Alki Beach, Seattle is approximately 14.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University District to Alki Beach by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Light Rail schedule from University District to Alki Beach

To check the bus and light rail schedule from University District to Alki Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University District) and destination (Alki Beach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and light rail, 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 and light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Light Rail line 1 LINE, Bus line 50.

  • Is there a direct light rail between University District and Alki Beach in Seattle?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from University District to Alki Beach in Seattle?

    The 1 LINE light rail line goes from U District Station near University District to Sodo Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Sodo Station near Alki Beach in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from University District to Alki Beach in Seattle by light rail and bus?

    The total travel time between University District and Alki Beach in Seattle by light rail and bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near University District to get to Alki Beach in Seattle?

    Get on the 1 LINE light rail from the U District Station near University District in Seattle.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between University District and Alki Beach in Seattle?

    Get off the light rail at the Sodo Station, which is closest to Alki Beach in Seattle.

  • How much is the light rail fare from University District to Alki Beach?

    The ride from University District to Alki Beach costs $5.75.

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