Which light rail line goes from Space Needle to Pike Place Market in Seattle? The SEATTLE MONORAIL light rail line goes from Seattle Center station near Space Needle to Westlake Center station near Pike Place Market in Seattle.
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Space Needle to Pike Place Market by walk and bus. The journey time between Space Needle and Pike Place Market is around 13 min and covers a distance of around 1 miles.
The nation's first full-scale commercial monorail system and a beloved Seattle landmark, the Seattle Center Monorail provides a fun, quick, and convenient link between downtown Seattle and the Space Needle.
Adult, ages 19-64, one-way, currently $3.00, increases to $3.25 one-way adult, effective July 1, 2022. Adult one-way fare increases to $3.50 one-way effective January 1, 2023. Youth, ages 6-18, one-way, currently $1.50, increases to $1.75 one-way, effective January 1, 2023.
Everyone can enjoy a visit to Pike Place Market, as there are shops and restaurants here that can appeal to all interests and ages. Visitors usually spend about 2 to 3 hours checking out the market, but it's easy to make it an all-day adventure if you want to explore everything it has to offer.
When is the best time to visit Pike Place Market? Generally mornings before noon are less crowded. Pike Place Market is fullest Thursday through Monday.
Buy a Monorail ticket at the Seattle Center Monorail station and ride the monorail train to Westlake Center. As you exit the Monorail at Westlake Center, head left towards the elevator and stairwell, and go down to the lower level to access the Sound Transit 1 Line.
Tickets are on sale from the Monorail ticket vending machines at both Seattle Center and Westlake Station. We currently accept credit card and contactless payment only. Prices listed are one-way fares.
Even those who said it was expensive admitted that for first-time visitors to Seattle, it's a must-see and a few recommend purchasing a CityPASS to save money. Reviewers also recommend you make a stop here on a clear day as you'll likely miss out on the views if it's foggy.
Light rail trains operate in their own right of way and provide a 36-minute ride between Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle. Each light rail car comfortably carries about 200 riders, including those standing.
I know, I know – Pike Place Market is probably the quintessential tourist trap when it comes to Seattle. But I have to say, you should visit at least once. The market itself has a lot of interesting history, and I thoroughly enjoy walking through all the stalls and vendors.