How to get from South Tacoma Station to Seattle by bus?

South Tacoma Station to Seattle - Bus Schedule

The 3 bus from South Tacoma Station to Seattle runs from 5:54 AM to 9:57 PM, with departures every 15-55 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From South Tacoma Station to Seattle by bus

To get from South Tacoma Station to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 3 bus from S Tacoma Way & S 56th St station to Jefferson Ave S & S 25th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 590 bus and finally 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 2 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $6.75. The bus schedule from South Tacoma Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Seattle on the Moovit app.

123min$6.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Bus - 590590
Bus - C LINE
Walk to Seattle
Leaves from S Tacoma Way & S 56th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    S Tacoma Way & S 56th St
    ID 2809
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Downtown Tacoma
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Ave S & S 25th St
    ID 1331
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    24th St S & Pacific Ave
    ID 2372
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 590590
    Wait for bus
    590
    Seattle
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Madison St
    ID 4726
    57 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    3rd Ave & Columbia St
    ID 481
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - C LINE
    Wait for bus
    C LINE
    West Seattle Alaska Junction
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Barton St
    ID 20250
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Seattle
    Walk to
    Seattle
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Tacoma Station to Seattle

The distance between South Tacoma Station, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Seattle, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 45.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Tacoma Station 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 South Tacoma Station to Seattle

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Tacoma Station to Seattle?

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 590, Bus line C LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Tacoma Station and Seattle?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Tacoma Station to Seattle?

    The 3 bus line goes from S Tacoma Way & S 56th St station near South Tacoma Station in Tacoma to Jefferson Ave S & S 25th St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Jefferson Ave S & S 25th St station near Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Tacoma Station to Seattle by bus?

    The total travel time between South Tacoma Station in Tacoma and Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Tacoma Station to get to Seattle?

    Get on the 3 bus from the S Tacoma Way & S 56th St stop near South Tacoma Station in Tacoma.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Tacoma Station and Seattle?

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Ave S & S 25th St stop, which is closest to Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Tacoma Station to Seattle?

    The ride from South Tacoma Station to Seattle costs $6.75.

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