How to get from University of Washington to Northgate Shell by bus and light rail?

From University of Washington to Northgate Shell by bus and light rail

To get from University of Washington to Northgate Shell in Seattle, take the 2 LINE light rail from U District Station station to Northgate Station station. Next, take the 40 bus from Northgate Station - Bay 4 station to N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and light rail schedule from University of Washington may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Northgate Shell on the Moovit app.

30min$5.75
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - 2 LINE
2 LINE
Bus - 4040
Walk to Northgate Shell
Leaves from U District Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    U District Station
    770 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 2 LINE2 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    2 LINE
    Lynnwood City Center
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Northgate Station
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northgate Station - Bay 4
    ID 35318
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Downtown Seattle Ballard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    N Northgate Way & Meridian Ave N
    ID 17755
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northgate Shell
    Walk to
    Northgate Shell
    1935 N Northgate Way
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from University of Washington to Northgate Shell

The distance between University of Washington, Seattle and Northgate Shell, Seattle is approximately 5.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University of Washington to Northgate Shell by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Light Rail schedule from University of Washington to Northgate Shell

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University of Washington to Northgate Shell?

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Light Rail line 2 LINE, Bus line 40.

  • Is there a direct light rail between University of Washington and Northgate Shell in Seattle?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from University of Washington to Northgate Shell in Seattle?

    The 2 LINE light rail line goes from U District Station near University of Washington to Northgate Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Northgate Station near Northgate Shell in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from University of Washington to Northgate Shell in Seattle by light rail and bus?

    The total travel time between University of Washington and Northgate Shell in Seattle by light rail and bus is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near University of Washington to get to Northgate Shell in Seattle?

    Get on the 2 LINE light rail from the U District Station near University of Washington in Seattle.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between University of Washington and Northgate Shell in Seattle?

    Get off the light rail at the Northgate Station, which is closest to Northgate Shell in Seattle.

  • When is the last bus from University of Washington to Northgate Shell in Seattle?

    The last bus from University of Washington to Northgate Shell in Seattle is the Northgate - Roosevelt - University District line. It leaves the Brooklyn Ave NE & NE Campus Pkwy - Bay 3 stop at 4:23 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from University of Washington to Northgate Shell?

    The ride from University of Washington to Northgate Shell costs $5.75.

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