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Air

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) is 30 miles north
of Tacoma. Capital Aeroporter will provide transportation to
the campus; reservations are required. Call 253-927-6179,
or 800-962-3579 outside of Washington, or reserve online
at www.capair.com. The cost from PLU is $30 one way ($55
round trip) for students with valid ID and $33 for non students
($60 round trip). Inquire about discounts for groups of two or
more. A small fuel surcharge may apply. ASPLU, PLU’s student
governing body, often provides a shuttle service on holidays.

Train

The Amtrak station is located at 1001 Puyallup Avenue, not far
from downtown Tacoma. 800-USA-RAIL.

Bus

The Greyhound bus terminal is located in downtown Tacoma.
800-229-9424.

Auto

From Interstate 5 exit at #127 (Puyallup/Mount Rainier/
Highway 512). Travel east on 512 to Pacific Avenue (Parkland/
Mount Rainier exit), then south on Pacific Avenue to 121st Street
or Garfield Street (about 12 blocks). The campus is two blocks
west of Pacific Avenue.

Pierce Transit

Pierce Transit schedules are available at the University Center
Concierge desk. This local bus line serves the major areas
within Pierce County. Weekday service is available to and from
downtown Seattle, early morning outbound and late afternoon
returning.

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