Bus 48 route
Route stops
118 stops • 4 directions
- Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 2
- Rainier Avenue South & South Bayview Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Walker Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Plum Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Massachusetts Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Judkins Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Lane Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Jackson Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Yesler Way
- 23rd Avenue & East Jefferson Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Cherry Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Union Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Olive Street
- 23rd Avenue & East John Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Republican Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Aloha Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Prospect Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Galer Street
- 24th Avenue East & Boyer Avenue East
- 24th Avenue East & East Newton Street
- 24th Avenue East & East McGraw Street
- East Montlake Place East & East Roanoke Street
- Montlake Boulevard East & State Route 520
- Northeast Pacific Street & Montlake Boulevard Northeast - Bay 2
- Northeast Pacific Street & 15th Avenue Northeast
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast Campus Parkway
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 42nd Street
- University District Station - Bay 2
- 11th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 45th Street
- 12th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 47th Street
- 12th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 47th Street
- University District Station - Bay 3
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 43rd Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast Campus Parkway
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 40th Street
- Northeast Pacific Street & 15th Avenue Northeast
- Northeast Pacific Street & Montlake Boulevard Northeast - Bay 1
- East Montlake Place East & East Roanoke Street
- 24th Avenue East & East McGraw Street
- 24th Avenue East & East Newton Street
- 24th Avenue East & Boyer Avenue East
- 23rd Avenue East & East Galer Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Prospect Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Aloha Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Republican Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Thomas Street
- 23rd Avenue & East John Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Pine Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Union Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Cherry Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Jefferson Street
- 23rd Avenue South & East Yesler Way
- 23rd Avenue South & South Jackson Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Dearborn Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Judkins Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Massachusetts Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Walker Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Bayview Street
- Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 2
- University Way Northeast & Northeast 52nd Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 50th Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 45th Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 43rd Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast Campus Parkway
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 40th Street
- Northeast Pacific Street & 15th Avenue Northeast
- Northeast Pacific Street & Montlake Boulevard Northeast - Bay 1
- East Montlake Place East & East Roanoke Street
- 24th Avenue East & East McGraw Street
- 24th Avenue East & East Newton Street
- 24th Avenue East & Boyer Avenue East
- 23rd Avenue East & East Galer Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Prospect Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Aloha Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Republican Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Thomas Street
- 23rd Avenue & East John Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Pine Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Union Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Cherry Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Jefferson Street
- 23rd Avenue South & East Yesler Way
- 23rd Avenue South & South Jackson Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Dearborn Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Judkins Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Massachusetts Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Walker Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Bayview Street
- Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 2
- Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 2
- Rainier Avenue South & South Bayview Street
- Rainier Avenue South & South Walker Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Plum Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Massachusetts Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Judkins Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Lane Street
- 23rd Avenue South & South Jackson Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Yesler Way
- 23rd Avenue & East Jefferson Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Cherry Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Union Street
- 23rd Avenue & East Olive Street
- 23rd Avenue & East John Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Republican Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Aloha Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Prospect Street
- 23rd Avenue East & East Galer Street
- 24th Avenue East & Boyer Avenue East
- 24th Avenue East & East Newton Street
- 24th Avenue East & East McGraw Street
- East Montlake Place East & East Roanoke Street
- Montlake Boulevard East & State Route 520
- Northeast Pacific Street & Montlake Boulevard Northeast - Bay 2
- Northeast Pacific Street & 15th Avenue Northeast
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast Campus Parkway
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 42nd Street
- 15th Avenue Northeast & Northeast 45th Street
- Northeast 50th Street & University Way Northeast
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 48. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 48 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 48 stop here?'
Where does bus #48 run?
This route serves the Seattle (USA) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is King County Metro. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'King County Metro' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Is there a fare?
Yes. Payment rules and discounts can differ by region and vehicle type. If it matters to you, verify current fares and ticket/validation requirements before traveling.
Additional Route Information
Route 48: University District (Saturday)
Reference
48
Route network
King County Metro
Network (short)
KCM
Operator
King County Metro
Fare
Quick overview
Explore the bus 48 route in Seattle (USA). 4 directions, 118 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
