How to get from Union Station to Space Needle by bus and train?

From Union Station to Space Needle by bus and train

To get from Union Station to Space Needle in Seattle, take the 590 bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St 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 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Space Needle on the Moovit app.

88min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 590590
Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
Walk to Space Needle
Leaves from Pacific Ave & S 19th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pacific Ave & S 19th St
    ID 1901
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 590590
    Wait for bus
    590
    Seattle
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave & Pike St
    72 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 Union Station to Space Needle

The distance between Union Station, Seattle and Space Needle, Seattle is approximately 34.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station 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 Union Station to Space Needle

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

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line 590, Train line MONORAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Space Needle?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Station to Space Needle?

    The 590 bus line goes from Pacific Ave & S 19th St station near Union Station in Tacoma 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 Union Station to Space Needle by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Tacoma and Space Needle in Seattle by bus and train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Station to get to Space Needle?

    Get on the 590 bus from the Pacific Ave & S 19th St stop near Union Station in Tacoma.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Station 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 first train from Union Station to Space Needle?

    The first train from Union Station in Tacoma to Space Needle in Seattle is Seattle - Tacoma/Lakewood. It leaves the Tacoma Dome Station at 9:50 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Station to Space Needle?

    The ride from Union Station to Space Needle costs $4.00.

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