How to get from Bellevue to Seattle Center by bus and light rail?

Bellevue to Seattle Center - Bus Schedule

The 240 bus from Bellevue to Seattle Center runs from 5:44 AM to 11:11 PM, with departures every 10-35 min. The trip takes about 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Bellevue to Seattle Center by bus and light rail

To get from Bellevue to Seattle Center you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one light rail line: take the 240 bus from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1 station to South Bellevue Station Bus Plaza - Bay 3 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 LINE light rail and finally take the D LINE bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St station to Mercer St & Queen Anne Ave N station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and light rail schedule from Bellevue may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Seattle Center on the Moovit app.

54min$5.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 240240
Light Rail - 2 LINE
2 LINE
Bus - D LINE
Walk to Seattle Center
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 - 240240
    Wait for bus
    240
    Bellevue Transit Center South Bellevue Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Bellevue Station Bus Plaza - Bay 3
    ID 84292
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    South Bellevue
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 2 LINE2 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    2 LINE
    Lynnwood City Center
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Symphony
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    3rd Ave & Seneca St
    ID 558
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - D LINE
    Wait for bus
    D LINE
    Ballard Uptown
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mercer St & Queen Anne Ave N
    ID 2370
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Seattle Center
    Walk to
    Seattle Center
    2nd Ave N Seattle, WA 98109
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bellevue to Seattle Center

The distance between Bellevue and Seattle Center is approximately 12.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bellevue to Seattle Center 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 Bellevue to Seattle Center

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Bus line 240, Light Rail line 2 LINE, Bus line D LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bellevue and Seattle Center?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bellevue to Seattle Center?

    The 240 bus line goes from Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1 station near Bellevue in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to South Bellevue Station Bus Plaza - Bay 3 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one light rail line till South Bellevue Station Bus Plaza - Bay 3 station near Seattle Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bellevue to Seattle Center by bus and light rail?

    The total travel time between Bellevue and Seattle Center by bus and light rail is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bellevue to get to Seattle Center?

    Get on the 240 bus from the Eastgate Park & Ride - Bay 1 stop near Bellevue in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bellevue and Seattle Center?

    Get off the bus at the South Bellevue Station Bus Plaza - Bay 3 stop, which is closest to Seattle Center.

  • How much is the total bus and light rail fare from Bellevue to Seattle Center?

    The ride from Bellevue to Seattle Center costs $5.75.

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