Via to Transit is a pilot, on-demand service, now in its second year, that connects riders to and from three transit hubs in southeast Seattle and Tukwila. People who live, work, or go to school within the specified service areas can download the app and request a ride from Via to Transit and catch Link light rail or a bus at the following stations: Othello, Rainier Beach, and Tukwila International Blvd. The Via to Transit service is brought to you by King County Metro in partnership with the City of Seattle.

We understand that getting to transit can be challenging, whether you have limited options for accessing bus or light rail stations through public transportation, or you find the spots at your Park & Ride full too early in the morning. Via to Transit will get you to one of three stations so you can catch Link light rail or the 9 buses that serve those stations. We’ll get you where you need to go, with greater ease and peace of mind. This is one of many services we are testing to learn how we can serve you better—please let us know how it’s working for you!

How much does it cost to ride?

Fares for Via to Transit are temporarily suspended. If setting up your account and booking your ride through the app, you will still be asked to enter your ORCA card or credit/debit card information. However, you will not be charged.

Adults (19 and older) $2.75 Youth (6-18 yrs) $1.50 ORCA LIFT Cardholders

(Income qualified) $1.50 RRFP cardholders

(registered seniors, Medicare, disabled) $1.00

Pay your fare using your ORCA card. Using an ORCA card lets you transfer fares between Via to Transit and buses or Link light rail.

Transit GO Ticket is accepted (select “bus” as mode of travel) and lets you transfer fares between Via to Transit and buses. Credit cards, debit cards, and stored value/prepaid cards are accepted in the Via app/call center, but are limited to adult fare and do not provide transfers to buses or light rail.

Cash fare payment and paper transfers are not accepted.