How to get from Federal Way to Space Needle by bus and train?

Federal Way to Space Needle - Bus Schedule

The 578 bus from Federal Way to Space Needle runs from 8:11 AM to 9:45 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 53 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Federal Way to Space Needle by bus and train

To get from Federal Way to Space Needle 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 53 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 Space Needle on the Moovit app.

53min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 578578
Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
Walk to Space Needle
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
    Ride to train station
    Seattle Center
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Space Needle
    Walk to
    Space Needle
    Broad Street
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Federal Way to Space Needle

The distance between Federal Way, Seattle and Space Needle, Seattle is approximately 23.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Federal Way to Space Needle 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 Space Needle

To check the bus and train schedule from Federal Way to Space Needle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Federal Way) and destination (Space Needle), 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 Space Needle?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 578, Train line MONORAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Space Needle?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Federal Way to Space Needle?

    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 Space Needle in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Federal Way to Space Needle by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Federal Way in Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Space Needle in Seattle by bus and train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Federal Way to get to Space Needle?

    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 Space Needle?

    Get off the bus at the 4th Ave & Pike St station, which is closest to Space Needle in Seattle.

  • When is the last bus from Federal Way to Space Needle?

    The last bus from Federal Way in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Space Needle 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 Space Needle?

    The ride from Federal Way to Space Needle costs $4.00.

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