Public Transportation in Auburn, WA

Auburn, WA, is a transit-friendly city with multiple transportation options, making it easy for residents to travel throughout the region. Located between Seattle and Tacoma, Auburn offers commuters and visitors direct access to local and regional transit services through partnerships with King County Metro, Pierce Transit, and Sound Transit.

Sound Transit train at the Auburn Station

The Auburn Transit Center, in the heart of downtown, serves as a central hub for bus and rail connections, including Sounder commuter rail, which links Auburn to major destinations in King and Pierce Counties. With convenient park-and-ride options, residents can easily hop on a bus or train, leaving the stress of traffic behind.

"Auburn is convenient, especially being right off the train system, which makes it easy to go from Tacoma to Seattle," says an Auburn resident. "You can stop right there in Auburn, and you don't have to worry about driving back."

Public transit in Auburn connects neighborhoods while providing options for commuters traveling beyond city limits. Local services like King County Metro buses, DART, and Access Transportation offer flexible and accessible transit choices within Auburn and surrounding areas. Another resident highlights the advantage for commuters heading into Seattle: 

"We have people who live in Lakeland Hill that drive down to Auburn and then hop on the train and don't have to worry about driving. That's a huge plus."

aerial view of Auburn, WA transit center at night

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With well-planned transit options, Auburn makes regional connectivity easy and helps residents stay connected to the lifestyle and opportunities that define the Pacific Northwest. Whether traveling for work or leisure, Auburn's public transportation provides a reliable, cost-effective way to explore and commute.