How to get from Covington to Ballard Locks by bus?

Covington to Ballard Locks - Bus Schedule

The 168 bus from Covington to Ballard Locks runs from 12:41 AM to 11:48 PM, with departures every 15 min-4 hr 20 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 12 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Covington to Ballard Locks by bus

To get from Covington to Ballard Locks in Seattle, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 168 bus from SE 272nd St & 164th Ave SE station to Kent Sounder Station - Bay 2 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 150 bus and finally take the 33 bus from 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way station to W Government Way & 31st Ave W station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from Covington may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ballard Locks on the Moovit app.

132min$2.75
Bus - 168168
Bus - 150150
Bus - 3333
Walk to Ballard Locks
Leaves from SE 272nd St & 164th Ave SE

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Covington
  • 2
    Bus - 168168
    Wait for bus
    168
    Kent Via SE 256th St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent Sounder Station - Bay 2
    ID 57452
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kent Sounder Station - Bay 8
    ID 57458
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 150150
    Wait for bus
    150
    Downtown Seattle Southcenter
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way
    ID 30635
    56 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    E Magnolia
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W Government Way & 31st Ave W
    ID 31530
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ballard Locks
    Walk to
    Ballard Locks
    820 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Covington to Ballard Locks

The distance between Covington, Seattle and Ballard Locks, Seattle is approximately 32.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Covington to Ballard Locks by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Covington to Ballard Locks

To check the bus schedule from Covington to Ballard Locks using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Covington) and destination (Ballard Locks), 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 Covington to Ballard Locks?

    The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Bus line 168, Bus line 150, Bus line 33.

  • Is there a direct bus between Covington and Ballard Locks?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Covington to Ballard Locks?

    The 168 bus line goes from Kent Sounder Station - Bay 2 station near Covington in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Kent Sounder Station - Bay 8 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Kent Sounder Station - Bay 8 station near Ballard Locks in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Covington to Ballard Locks by bus?

    The total travel time between Covington in Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Ballard Locks in Seattle by bus is about 2 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Covington to get to Ballard Locks?

    Get on the 168 bus from the Kent Sounder Station - Bay 2 stop near Covington in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Covington and Ballard Locks?

    Get off the bus at the Kent Sounder Station - Bay 8 stop, which is closest to Ballard Locks in Seattle.

  • How much is the bus fare from Covington to Ballard Locks?

    The ride from Covington to Ballard Locks costs $2.75.

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