How to get from Tacoma to Seattle University by bus and light rail?

From Tacoma to Seattle University by bus and light rail

To get from Tacoma to Seattle University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one light rail line: take the 11 bus from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal station to Commerce St Station - Zone C station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 594 bus and finally take the FHL light rail from S Jackson St & 5th Ave S station to Broadway & Marion (Outbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The bus and light rail schedule from Tacoma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Seattle University on the Moovit app.

134min$6.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 11
11
Bus - 594594
Light Rail - FHL
FHL
Walk to Seattle University
Leaves from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal
    ID 990
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Downtown Tacoma
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone C
    ID 4082
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone D
    ID 4083
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 594594
    Wait for bus
    594
    Seattle
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave S & S Jackson St
    56 min
  • 7
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    S Jackson St & 5th Ave S
    ID 35885054
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Light Rail - FHLFHL
    Wait for light rail
    FHL
    Capitol Hill
  • 9
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Broadway & Marion (Outbound)
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Seattle University
    Walk to
    Seattle University
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tacoma to Seattle University

The distance between Tacoma and Seattle University is approximately 42.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 134 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tacoma to Seattle University 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 Tacoma to Seattle University

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

    The fastest way takes 134 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 594, Light Rail line FHL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Seattle University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tacoma to Seattle University?

    The 11 bus line goes from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Commerce St Station - Zone C station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one light rail line till Commerce St Station - Zone C station near Seattle University.

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

    The total travel time between Tacoma and Seattle University by bus and light rail is about 2 hr 14 min.

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

    Get on the 11 bus from the Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

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

    Get off the bus at the Commerce St Station - Zone C station, which is closest to Seattle University.

  • How much is the total bus and light rail fare from Tacoma to Seattle University?

    The ride from Tacoma to Seattle University costs $6.25.

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