How to get from Tacoma to Ballard Locks by bus?

Tacoma to Ballard Locks - Bus Schedule

The 11 bus from Tacoma to Ballard Locks runs from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 48 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Tacoma to Ballard Locks by bus

To get from Tacoma to Ballard Locks 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 24 bus from 4th Ave S & S Jackson St station to 31st Ave W & W Jameson St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The ride fare is $6.75. The bus schedule from Tacoma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ballard Locks on the Moovit app.

168min$6.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 11
11
Bus - 594594
Bus - 2424
Walk to Ballard Locks
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
    4th Ave S & S Jackson St
    56 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th Ave S & S Jackson St
    ID 619
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    West Magnolia
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    31st Ave W & W Jameson St
    ID 24670
    31 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ballard Locks
    Walk to
    Ballard Locks
    0.56 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tacoma to Ballard Locks

The distance between Tacoma, Seattle and Ballard Locks, Seattle is approximately 47.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 168 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tacoma 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 Tacoma to Ballard Locks

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

    The fastest way takes 168 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 594, Bus line 24.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tacoma to Ballard Locks?

    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 Ballard Locks in Seattle.

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

    The total travel time between Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Ballard Locks in Seattle by bus is about 2 hr 48 min.

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

    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 Ballard Locks?

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

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

    The ride from Tacoma to Ballard Locks costs $6.75.

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