Connections that Take You Where You Want to Go
South Lake Union has access to fantastic transportation options getting you to and through the neighborhood. Here are the many ways that you can get around this vibrant neighborhood.
South lake union streetcar
Streetcar stop in McGraw Square takes you directly into South Lake Union.
The Streetcar connects Downtown Seattle to South Lake Union and Eastlake. Stops go along Westlake Avenue North, Terry Avenue, and Fairview Avenue. Tap your ORCA card at any stop to easily board the streetcar.
King County Metro local Bus Routes
Rapid Ride C Line: Connects South Lake Union to Downtown Seattle and West Seattle. The C Line travles along Westlake and Fairview Avenue. Route Map and Schedule
Rapid Ride E Line: Travels along Aurora Avenue to Downtown Seattle and Aurora Village Transit Center. The Galer Street stops has access to Dexter Avenue in South Lake Union. Route Map and Schedule
Route 8: Takes you from Mt. Baker Transit Center to Lower Queen Anne with stops in Capitol Hill and South Lake Union on Denny Way. Route Map and Schedule
Route 40: Gets you from Northgate Transit Center, Ballard and Fremont to South Lake Union and downtown. Route Map and Schedule
Route 62: Connects Downtown to Sand Point and Green Lake with stops along Dexter Avenue in South Lake Union. Route Map and Schedule
Route 70: Connects the University District to Eastlake, South Lake Union and Downtown. Route 70 travels along Fairview Avenue in South Lake Union. Route Map and Schedule
Regional bus routes
Regional trains, light rail and buses are easily accessible from South Lake Union. Express bus routes to locations outside King County are provided by Sound Transit and Community Transit, with downtown stops adjacent to SLU and the Westlake Transit Hub. Easily connect to these regional routes by walking, rolling, or taking the Streetcar to and from your South Lake Union destination.