How to get from University of Washington to Tacoma by bus?

University of Washington to Tacoma - Bus Schedule

The 70 bus from University of Washington to Tacoma runs from 12:04 AM to 11:34 PM, with departures every 10 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 15 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University of Washington to Tacoma by bus

To get from University of Washington to Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 70 bus from University Bridge & NE 40th St station to Stewart St & 7th Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 594 bus and finally take the 11 bus from 9th St S & St Helens Ave station to Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $6.75. The bus schedule from University of Washington may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tacoma on the Moovit app.

135min$6.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 594594
Bus - 11
11
Walk to Tacoma
Leaves from University Bridge & NE 40th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Bridge & NE 40th St
    ID 9140
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Downtown Seattle Fairview
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stewart St & 7th Ave
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stewart St & 7th Ave
    ID 3912
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 594594
    Wait for bus
    594
    Lakewood Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone G
    ID 4085
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    9th St S & St Helens Ave
    ID 2764
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Pt Defiance
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal
    ID 990
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tacoma
    Walk to
    Tacoma
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from University of Washington to Tacoma

The distance between University of Washington, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Tacoma, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 45.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University of Washington to Tacoma by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle - Tacoma, WA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from University of Washington to Tacoma

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University of Washington to Tacoma?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line 594, Bus line 11.

  • Is there a direct bus between University of Washington and Tacoma?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University of Washington to Tacoma?

    The 70 bus line goes from University Bridge & NE 40th St station near University of Washington in Seattle to Stewart St & 7th Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Stewart St & 7th Ave station near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How long does it take to travel from University of Washington to Tacoma by bus?

    The total travel time between University of Washington in Seattle and Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 2 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the 70 bus from the University Bridge & NE 40th St stop near University of Washington in Seattle.

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

    Get off the bus at the Stewart St & 7th Ave stop, which is closest to Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How much is the bus fare from University of Washington to Tacoma?

    The ride from University of Washington to Tacoma costs $6.75.

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