How to get from Bellevue to Seattle by bus?

From Bellevue to Seattle by bus

To get from Bellevue to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, take the 218 bus from I-90 Expressway Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 station to 4th Ave & Cherry St station. Next, take the C LINE bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St station to Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from Bellevue may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Seattle on the Moovit app.

57min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 218218
Bus - C LINE
Walk to Seattle
Leaves from I-90 Expressway Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    I-90 Expressway Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3
    ID 67019
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 218218
    Wait for bus
    218
    Downtown Seattle
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Cherry St
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    3rd Ave & Columbia St
    ID 481
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - C LINE
    Wait for bus
    C LINE
    West Seattle Alaska Junction
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St
    ID 20250
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Seattle
    Walk to
    Seattle
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bellevue to Seattle by bus via 212 and C LINE

To get from Bellevue to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, take the 212 bus from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1 station to 4th Ave & Cherry St station. Next, take the C LINE bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St station to Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from Bellevue may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Seattle on the Moovit app.

58min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 212212
Bus - C LINE
Walk to Seattle
Leaves from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1
    ID 67014
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 212212
    Wait for bus
    212
    Downtown Seattle
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Cherry St
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    3rd Ave & Columbia St
    ID 481
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - C LINE
    Wait for bus
    C LINE
    West Seattle Alaska Junction
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St
    ID 20250
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Seattle
    Walk to
    Seattle
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bellevue to Seattle

The distance between Bellevue, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Seattle, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 18.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bellevue to Seattle 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 Bellevue to Seattle

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bellevue to Seattle by bus via 212 and C LINE

To get from Bellevue to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, take the 212 bus from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1 station to 4th Ave & Cherry St station. Next, take the C LINE bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St station to Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from Bellevue may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Seattle on the Moovit app.

58min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 212212
Bus - C LINE
Walk to Seattle
Leaves from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1
    ID 67014
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 212212
    Wait for bus
    212
    Downtown Seattle
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Cherry St
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    3rd Ave & Columbia St
    ID 481
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - C LINE
    Wait for bus
    C LINE
    West Seattle Alaska Junction
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St
    ID 20250
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Seattle
    Walk to
    Seattle
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bellevue to Seattle?

    The fastest way takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 218, Bus line C LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bellevue to Seattle?

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line 212, Bus line C LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bellevue and Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bellevue to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    The 218 bus line goes from I-90 Expressway Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 station near Bellevue to Downtown Seattle station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Downtown Seattle station near Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

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

    The total travel time between Bellevue and Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 57 min.

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

    Get on the 218 bus from the I-90 Expressway Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 stop near Bellevue in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

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

    Get off the bus at the Downtown Seattle stop, which is closest to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Bellevue to Seattle?

    The ride from Bellevue to Seattle costs $2.75.

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