How to get from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station by bus and train?

Federal Way to Seattle Center Station - Bus Schedule

The 578 bus from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station runs from 8:11 AM to 9:45 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Federal Way to Seattle Center Station by bus and train

To get from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station in Seattle, take the 578 bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 station to 4th Ave & Pike St station. Next, take the MONORAIL train from Westlake Station station to Seattle Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Federal Way may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Seattle Center Station on the Moovit app.

49min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 578578
Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
Leaves from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3
    ID 4692
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 578578
    Wait for bus
    578
    Seattle Via Federal Way
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Pike St
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westlake Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
    Wait for train
    MONORAIL
    Seattle Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station Seattle Center
    Ride to train station
    Seattle Center
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station

The distance between Federal Way and Seattle Center Station is approximately 23.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 578, Train line MONORAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Seattle Center Station?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station?

    The 578 bus line goes from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 station near Federal Way in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to 4th Ave & Pike St station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 4th Ave & Pike St station near Seattle Center Station.

  • How long does it take to travel from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Federal Way and Seattle Center Station by bus and train is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Federal Way to get to Seattle Center Station?

    Get on the 578 bus from the Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 stop near Federal Way in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Federal Way and Seattle Center Station?

    Get off the bus at the 4th Ave & Pike St station, which is closest to Seattle Center Station.

  • When is the last bus from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station?

    The last bus from Federal Way in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Seattle Center Station in Seattle is the Puyallup - Seattle line. It leaves the Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 stop at 2:45 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station?

    The ride from Federal Way to Seattle Center Station costs $4.00.

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