How to get from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown by bus?

From Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown by bus

To get from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown 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 400 bus and finally take the 574 bus from Tacoma Dome Station - Zone A station to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 4 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus schedule from Tacoma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Federal Way Downtown on the Moovit app.

82min$4.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 11
11
Bus - 400
400
Bus - 574574
Walk to Federal Way Downtown
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
    Bus - 400400
    Wait for bus
    400
    S Hill Mall TC Via Puyallup Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tacoma Dome Station - Zone C
    ID 4171
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tacoma Dome Station - Zone A
    ID 3516
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Federal Way Downtown Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 4
    ID 4693
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Federal Way Downtown
    Walk to
    Federal Way Downtown
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown

The distance between Tacoma and Federal Way Downtown is approximately 20.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Federal Way – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown

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

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 400, Bus line 574.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Federal Way Downtown?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown?

    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 Federal Way Downtown.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown by bus?

    The total travel time between Tacoma and Federal Way Downtown by bus is about 1 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tacoma to get to Federal Way Downtown?

    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 Federal Way Downtown?

    Get off the bus at the Commerce St Station - Zone C stop, which is closest to Federal Way Downtown.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown?

    The ride from Tacoma to Federal Way Downtown costs $4.00.

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