How to get from Vashon to University of Washington by ferry and light rail?

Vashon to University of Washington - Ferry Schedule

The 975 ferry from Vashon to University of Washington runs from 6:10 AM to 6:58 PM, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr 35 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Vashon to University of Washington by ferry and light rail

To get from Vashon to University of Washington in Seattle, take the 975 ferry from Vashon Passenger Ferry & Vashon Ferry Dock station to Water Taxi Route & Water Taxi Route station. Next, take the 2 LINE light rail from Pioneer Square Station Entrance B James Street station to U District Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $8.75. The ferry and light rail schedule from Vashon may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and light rail schedule to University of Washington on the Moovit app.

64min$8.75
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - 975975
Light Rail - 2 LINE
2 LINE
Walk to University of Washington
Leaves from Vashon Passenger Ferry & Vashon Ferry Dock

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Vashon Passenger Ferry & Vashon Ferry Dock
    ID 99908
    350 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Ferry - 975975
    Wait for ferry
    975
    Downtown Seattle Water Taxi
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Water Taxi Route & Water Taxi Route
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Pioneer Square Station Entrance B James Street
    680 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 2 LINE2 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    2 LINE
    Lynnwood City Center
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    U District Station
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to University of Washington
    Walk to
    University of Washington
    1013 NE 40th St
    770 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vashon to University of Washington

The distance between Vashon, Seattle and University of Washington, Seattle is approximately 15.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vashon to University of Washington by ferry and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Light Rail schedule from Vashon to University of Washington

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Ferry line 975, Light Rail line 2 LINE.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Vashon and University of Washington?

    No, you’ll have to take one ferry line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Vashon to University of Washington?

    The 975 ferry line goes from Vashon Passenger Ferry & Vashon Ferry Dock near Vashon in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to Water Taxi Route & Water Taxi Route station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Water Taxi Route & Water Taxi Route station near University of Washington in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vashon to University of Washington by ferry and light rail?

    The total travel time between Vashon in Seattle - Tacoma, WA and University of Washington in Seattle by ferry and light rail is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Vashon to get to University of Washington?

    Get on the 975 ferry from the Vashon Passenger Ferry & Vashon Ferry Dock near Vashon in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Vashon and University of Washington?

    Get off the ferry at the Water Taxi Route & Water Taxi Route station, which is closest to University of Washington in Seattle.

  • How much is the ferry fare from Vashon to University of Washington?

    The ride from Vashon to University of Washington costs $8.75.

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