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Bus - 42

42 Line

Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave

Pierce Transit

Pierce Transit 42 Bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The 42 bus (Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave) has 31 stops departing from 72nd St TC and ending at Commerce St Station - Zone E.

Choose any of the 42 bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave (31 stops)

  • 72nd St TC

  • 72nd St E & E L St

  • 72nd St E & Golden Given Rd

  • 72nd St E & Mckinley Ave.

  • Mckinley Ave & E 68th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 64th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 62nd St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 58th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 56th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 53rd St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 48th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 46th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 43rd St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 40th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 38th St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 37th St

  • Mckinley Ave & Morton St

  • Mckinley Ave & E 35th St

  • Mckinley Ave & Wright Ave

  • Mckinley Ave & E D St

  • D St E & Brotman Way

  • D St E & E 27th St

  • D St E & 25th St E

  • Puyallup Ave & E C St

  • Puyallup Ave & E Dock St

  • Pacific Ave & S 24th St

  • Pacific Ave & S 21st St

  • Pacific Ave & S 19th St

  • Pacific Ave & Hood St

  • Pacific Ave & S 14th St

  • Commerce St Station - Zone E

42 FAQ

  • What time does the 42 bus start operating?

    Services on the 42 bus start at 5:10 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 42 bus stop working?

    Services on the 42 bus stop at 5:35 PM on Saturday, Sunday.

  • What time does the 42 bus arrive?

    When does the Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave bus line come? Check Live Arrival Times for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave bus line that is closest to your location.

  • Does the Pierce Transit 42 bus line run on Christmas Day?

    The 42 bus's operating hours on Christmas Day may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a 42 bus stop near me?

    Click here to view the nearest 42 bus stop.

Pierce Transit 42 bus Route Map - Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave

42 bus Line Map

42 Bus Schedule

42 bus route operates everyday. Regular schedule hours: 5:10 AM-9:40 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Mon5:10 AM-9:40 PM30-60
Tue5:10 AM-9:40 PM30-60
Wed5:10 AM-9:40 PM30-60
Thu5:10 AM-9:40 PM30-60
Fri5:10 AM-9:40 PM30-60
Sat8:35 AM-5:35 PM60
Sun8:35 AM-5:35 PM60

Pierce Transit Bus Service Alerts

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42 line bus fare

Pierce Transit 42 (Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about Pierce Transit tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Pierce Transit’s official website.

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42 (Pierce Transit)

The first stop of the 42 bus route is 72nd St TC and the last stop is Commerce St Station - Zone E. 42 (Downtown Tacoma Via Mckinley Ave) is operational during everyday.

Additional information: 42 has 31 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 minutes.

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