How do you get around Washington state without a car?

Light Rail, Express Buses, and Commuter Trains Sound Transit is an intercity transit system that operates the Link light rail, Sounder commuter trains, and ST Express buses. These modes of travel are great for commuters who want to avoid the hassle of traffic.



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Seattle is notorious for its traffic jams, so avoid them: most visitors find they do just fine here on foot, or using public transportation. Unless you're planning on taking a lot of day trips out of the city, you don't need your own car to enjoy a vacation in Seattle.

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In Washington State, you can travel by land, water, or air by means ranging from the expected to the extraordinary. There are buses, trains, monorails, ferries, trolleys, and high-speed ferries. Seattle even has a 'duck mobile” for a unique amphibious transportation experience.

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Buses. Depending on the route, you may end up with a nearly empty bus! Seattle's bus system is fantastic and using public transit is a great way to get around if you're trying to see Seattle on a budget. The King County Metro bus system services both Seattle and surrounding areas like Bellevue and Vashon Island.

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Getting Around Seattle (A Local's Transportation Guide)
  1. Buses.
  2. Walking.
  3. Bikes.
  4. Washington State Ferries.
  5. Driving.
  6. Link Light Rail.
  7. Taxis and Rideshare.
  8. Streetcar.


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No city in Washington made the top ten most walkable cities nationally, but both Seattle and Tacoma were among those with the largest growth in pedestrian commuters over the past five years. In good news for the Washington-Oregon rivalry, Seattle won out over Portland in pedestrian commuters 9.1 percent to 5.7 percent.

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WMATA (Washington Metro Area Transit Authority) runs the trains and buses in Washington, and their systems are the easiest way to get around the city, hands down. Also known as Metro, the train system has even recently been expanded to better accommodate travelers and commuters coming from Maryland or Virginia.

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Discover the 10 most walkable neighborhoods in Seattle: If you love walking to your favorite destinations and nearby amenities, these neighborhoods are for you!
  • International District. 98 / 100. ...
  • Downtown Seattle. 98 / 100. ...
  • Belltown. 98 / 100. ...
  • First Hill. ...
  • Pioneer Square. ...
  • South Lake Union. ...
  • Yesler Terrace. ...
  • University District.


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Light Rail, Express Buses, and Commuter Trains Sound Transit is an intercity transit system that operates the Link light rail, Sounder commuter trains, and ST Express buses. These modes of travel are great for commuters who want to avoid the hassle of traffic.

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D.C. is a very pedestrian friendly city and has one of the best public transit systems in the country, so it couldn't be easier to navigate your way around this popular tourist destination. Planning on seeing a lot of Washington, D.C. attractions while you're in town?

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Some of the best ways to get around Seattle include walking, public transportation, driving, biking, and using the ferries. How you choose to explore Seattle depends on your itinerary, budget, and preferred level of comfort.

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With 3 to 4 days in the city, it's easy to experience the best of Seattle: you focus first on the city's core, and then venture out onto the water or to one of the city's parks. Stay in a hotel in the downtown core, like Hotel Max, for the easiest travel around the city.

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Downtown Seattle is the most walkable part of the city with a Walk Score of 98. You can run most of your errands on foot. While you're out and about, enjoy the stunning waterfront scenery, the shopping, and one of the hundreds of restaurants in the community.

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With over a dozen convenient stops, a City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off Seattle Tour drops you off at all of Seattle's most popular attractions. Explore Seattle at your own pace with your 24 & 48 hours ticket, complemented by strategically located stops to help you get around the city in a jiffy.

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Avoid downtown Seattle's 3rd Avenue, particularly between Pike and Pine, and James and Yesler. Pioneer Square, SoDo, the International District, First Hill, and certain parts of Belltown can be a bit sketchy. That said, visitors should exercise caution when exploring at night.

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