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[westcoast88]

Hi there,

next week I'm coming down from B.C. to do some shopping for a few friends...I was looking at some of the malls downtown seattle but they don't look like they have as many stores as some of the ones further out (i.e. besides department stores)

I noticed two that looked good -bellevue square and northgate mall? the problem is we don't have a car and Im not sure how long it would take to get from right downtown to these malls? or what busses to take etc....any info would be great thanks!

we are staying at 77 yesler way if that helps by the way

[everyann]

Hi!

I'm not sure when you'll be traveling but I would assume that the Metro Bus would be your best option. They have a Trip Planner online that you can plan out your itineraries. Similar to mapsquest.com but for buses in the king county area. Here's a typical schedule for one of the days during the week. Of course, you'll want to enter the day and time you're planning to go to ensure you get on the right bus.

Bellevue Square
Itinerary #1

Walk 0.1 mile NE from 77 YESLER WAY to Depart 2nd Ave & Cherry St at 02:28 PM
On Route ST 550 Bellevue NE 10th Express

Arrive Bellevue Way SE & S Bellevue P&R-BAY 1 At 02:47 PM
Transfer to Depart Bellevue Way SE & S Bellevue P&R-BAY 1 at 02:55 PM
On Route MT 240 Bellevue Transit Center

Arrive NE 8th St & Bellevue Way NE at 03:06 PM
Walk SE to BELLEVUE SQUARE

Regular Fare: Senior/Disabled Fare with Permit:
$ 2.50 $ 1.25


Northgate Mall
Itinerary #1

Walk 0.2 mile E from 77 YESLER WAY to Depart 3rd Ave & James St at 02:21 PM
On Route MT 41 Lake City via Northgate

Arrive Northgate TC AcRd & Bay 2 At 02:49 PM
Walk 0.4 mile N to NORTHGATE MALL WEST

Regular Fare: Senior/Disabled Fare with Permit:
$ 1.25 $ 0.25