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How to get from Des Moines to Lakewood by bus?

From Des Moines to Lakewood by bus

To get from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, take the A LINE bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 224th St station to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 station. Next, take the 574 bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 station to Sr 512 P&R - Zone H station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $4.75. The bus schedule from Des Moines may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lakewood on the Moovit app.

59min$4.75
Bus - A LINE
Bus - 574574
Walk to Lakewood
Leaves from Pacific Hwy S & S 224th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Des Moines
  • 2
    Bus - A LINE
    Wait for bus
    A LINE
    Downtown Federal Way Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11
    ID 85541
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7
    ID 4696
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Lakewood TC Via Federal Way
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sr 512 P&R - Zone H
    ID 4230
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lakewood
    Walk to
    Lakewood
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Des Moines to Lakewood by bus via 574

Take one direct bus from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA: take the 574 bus from I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station station to Sr 512 P&R - Zone H station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Des Moines may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lakewood on the Moovit app.

57min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 574574
Walk to Lakewood
Leaves from I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station
    0.69 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Lakewood TC Via Federal Way
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sr 512 P&R - Zone H
    ID 4230
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to Lakewood
    Walk to
    Lakewood
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Moines to Lakewood

The distance between Des Moines, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Lakewood, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 24.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Moines to Lakewood by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle - Tacoma, WA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Des Moines to Lakewood

To check the bus schedule from Des Moines to Lakewood using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Des Moines) and destination (Lakewood), 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.

Alternative route from Des Moines to Lakewood by bus via 574

Take one direct bus from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA: take the 574 bus from I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station station to Sr 512 P&R - Zone H station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Des Moines may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lakewood on the Moovit app.

57min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 574574
Walk to Lakewood
Leaves from I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station
    0.69 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Lakewood TC Via Federal Way
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sr 512 P&R - Zone H
    ID 4230
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to Lakewood
    Walk to
    Lakewood
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Lakewood?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line A LINE, Bus line 574.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Des Moines to Lakewood?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 574.

  • Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    The A LINE bus line goes from Downtown Federal Way Station station near Des Moines to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 station near Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus?

    The total travel time between Des Moines and Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Des Moines to get to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get on the A LINE bus from the Downtown Federal Way Station stop near Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Des Moines and Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get off the bus at the Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 stop, which is closest to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • When is the last bus from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    The last bus from Des Moines to Lakewood in Seattle - Tacoma, WA is the Lakewood - SeaTac line. It leaves the I-5 & Kent/Des Moines Fwy Station stop at 5:53 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Des Moines to Lakewood?

    The ride from Des Moines to Lakewood costs $4.75.