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Directions to University of Washington (Seattle) with public transportation

The following transit lines have routes that pass near University of Washington

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How to get to University of Washington by bus?

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Bus stations near University of Washington in Seattle

  • Stevens Way & Asotin Pl,4 min walk,
  • W Stevens Way NE & Rainier Vista,4 min walk,
  • NE Pacific St & 15th Ave NE,6 min walk,
  • Pacific St NE & UW Hitchcock Hall,6 min walk,
  • 15th Ave NE & NE 40th St,6 min walk,

Light Rail stations near University of Washington in Seattle

  • University of Washington Station,9 min walk,
  • Fairview Ave N & Ward St,51 min walk,

Bus lines to University of Washington in Seattle

  • 75,Northgate Station Sand Point,
  • 372,UW Bothell/Cascadia College Kenmore,
  • 45,Loyal Heights Greenwood,
  • 67,Northgate Station Roosevelt Station,
  • 44,Ballard - Montlake,
  • 48,Mt Baker - University District,
  • 73,Jackson Park - Univ District,
  • 255,Totem Lake TC-Kirkand TC-UW Link Sta-Univ Dist,
  • 271,Issaquah - University District,
  • 542,Redmond - University District,
  • 556,Issaquah - Northgate,
  • 586,UW Station,
  • 43,Downtown Seattle University of Washington Medical Center,
  • 65,Jackson Park Wedgwood,
  • 20,University District Green Lake,
  • 79,University District Sand Point,
Questions & Answers

  • What are the closest stations to University of Washington?

    The closest stations to University of Washington are:

    • Stevens Way & Asotin Pl is 253 yards away, 4 min walk.
    • W Stevens Way NE & Rainier Vista is 294 yards away, 4 min walk.
    • NE Pacific St & 15th Ave NE is 430 yards away, 6 min walk.
    • Pacific St NE & UW Hitchcock Hall is 440 yards away, 6 min walk.
    • 15th Ave NE & NE 40th St is 480 yards away, 6 min walk.
    • University of Washington Station is 646 yards away, 9 min walk.
    • Fairview Ave N & Ward St is 4286 yards away, 51 min walk.

  • Which bus lines stop near University of Washington?

    These bus lines stop near University of Washington: 255, 372, 49, 542, 556, 70, 73

  • Which light rail lines stop near University of Washington?

    These light rail lines stop near University of Washington: 1-LINE

  • What’s the nearest light rail station to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The nearest light rail station to University of Washington in Seattle is University of Washington Station. It’s a 9 min walk away.

  • What’s the nearest bus stop to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The nearest bus stops to University of Washington in Seattle are Stevens Way & Asotin Pl and W Stevens Way NE & Rainier Vista. The closest one is a 4 min walk away.

  • What time is the first light rail to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The 1-LINE is the first light rail that goes to University of Washington in Seattle. It stops nearby at 4:40 AM.

  • What time is the last light rail to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The 1-LINE is the last light rail that goes to University of Washington in Seattle. It stops nearby at 12:37 AM.

  • What time is the first bus to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The 44 is the first bus that goes to University of Washington in Seattle. It stops nearby at 3:12 AM.

  • What time is the last bus to University of Washington in Seattle?

    The 44 is the last bus that goes to University of Washington in Seattle. It stops nearby at 3:14 AM.

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

    The bus fare to University of Washington costs about $2.75.

  • How much is the light rail fare to University of Washington?

    The light rail fare to University of Washington costs about $2.25 - $3.50.

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University of Washington, SeattleThe University of Washington (UW, simply Washington, or informally U-Dub) is a public research university in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1861, Washington is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast; it was established in Seattle approximately a decade after the city's founding. The university has a 703 acre main campus located in the city's University District, as well as campuses in Tacoma and Bothell. Overall, UW encompasses over 500 buildings and over 20 million gross square footage of space, including one of the largest library systems in the world with more than 26 university libraries, art centers, museums, laboratories, lecture halls, and stadiums. The university offers degrees through 140 departments, and functions on a quarter system. Washington is the flagship institution of the six public universities in Washington state. It is known for its medical, engineering, and scientific research. Washington is a member of the Association of American Universities. According to the National Science Foundation, UW spent $1.41 billion on research and development in 2018, ranking it 5th in the nation. The university has been affiliated with many notable alumni and faculty, including 21 Nobel Prize laureates and numerous Pulitzer Prize winners, Fulbright Scholars, Rhodes Scholars and Marshall Scholars, as well as members of other distinguished institutions. Additionally, Washington continues to benefit from its deep historic ties and major collaborations with numerous technology giants in the region, such as Amazon, Boeing, Nintendo, and particularly Microsoft. Paul G. Allen, Bill Gates and others spent significant time at Washington computer labs for a startup venture before founding Microsoft and other ventures.Washington's 22 varsity sports teams are also highly competitive, competing as the Huskies in the Pac-12 Conference of the NCAA Division I, representing the United States at the Olympic Games, and other major competitions.
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