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How to get from Space Needle to International District / Chinatown by light rail and train?

From Space Needle to International District / Chinatown by light rail and train

To get from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle, take the MONORAIL train from Seattle Center station to Westlake Station station. Next, take the 2 LINE light rail from Westlake Station station to Int'L Dist/Chinatown Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The light rail and train schedule from Space Needle may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to International District / Chinatown on the Moovit app.

17min$5.00
Walk to train station
Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
Light Rail - 2 LINE
2 LINE
Leaves from Seattle Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Seattle Center
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
    Wait for train
    MONORAIL
    Westlake
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westlake Station
    3 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - 2 LINE2 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    2 LINE
    Downtown Redmond
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station Int'L Dist/Chinatown Station
    Ride to light rail station
    Int'L Dist/Chinatown Station
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Space Needle to International District / Chinatown

The distance between Space Needle, Seattle and International District / Chinatown, Seattle is approximately 2.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 17 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Space Needle to International District / Chinatown by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Space Needle to International District / Chinatown

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Space Needle to International District / Chinatown?

    The fastest way takes 17 minutes, using Train line MONORAIL, Light Rail line 2 LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Space Needle and International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    The MONORAIL train line goes from Seattle Center station near Space Needle to Westlake Station station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Westlake Station station near International District/Chinatown in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Space Needle and International District/Chinatown in Seattle by train and light rail is about 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Space Needle to get to International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    Get on the MONORAIL train from the Seattle Center station near Space Needle in Seattle.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Space Needle and International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    Get off the train at the Westlake Station station, which is closest to International District/Chinatown in Seattle.

  • When is the last train from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    The last train from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle is the Seattle Center - Westlake line. It leaves the Seattle Center station at 4:00 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle?

    The first bus from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown in Seattle is Blue Ridge/Crown Hill - Ballard - Downtown Seattle. It leaves the 3rd Ave & Cedar St stop at 9:22 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown?

    The ride from Space Needle to International District/Chinatown costs $5.00.