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E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S Bus Arrival Times

554Bus Stop · Seattle, WA

E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S is a bus stop in the Seattle metro area served by the 554. Located in the surrounding neighborhood in the Seattle metro area, this stop connects riders along one of the region's busiest transit corridors. Checking real-time arrivals before heading out can mean the difference between a smooth commute and a long wait at the stop.

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About the 554

The 554 connects Issaquah to downtown Seattle via Eastgate and I-90, serving commuters from the eastern suburbs. It provides a direct link between Issaquah and the city without requiring a transfer in Bellevue. Buses run every 15-30 minutes during peak hours with limited off-peak service.

When Should You Leave?

That depends on how far you are from the stop. A common mistake is checking the arrival time but not accounting for your walk. If E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S is a 5-minute walk from your home and the next bus is 7 minutes away, you need to leave now — not in 2 minutes. Real-time arrival displays help by giving you a constant, glanceable countdown so you can time your departure without repeatedly checking an app.

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Nearby Stations

E Sunset Way & 1st Ave NE
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9th Ave NE & NE Ellis Dr
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Highlands Dr NE & NE Ellis Dr
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Issaquah Highlands Park & Ride - Bay 4
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Issaquah Highlands Park & Ride - Bay 3
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next bus at E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S?
The arrival board on this page shows live bus arrival times at E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S, updated every 60 seconds with real-time data from King County Metro and Sound Transit GPS tracking. You'll see accurate minute-by-minute countdowns rather than the static published schedule. If a bus is running late or ahead of schedule, the times here reflect that immediately. A green indicator means the arrival is being actively tracked in real time.
What bus routes stop at E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S?
E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S is served by the 554. The 554 connects Issaquah to downtown Seattle via Eastgate and I-90, serving commuters from the eastern suburbs. It provides a direct link between Issaquah and the city without requiring a transfer in Bellevue. Buses run every 15-30 minutes during peak hours with limited off-peak service. You can see live arrivals for all routes at this stop on the arrival board above, which updates automatically throughout the day.
How often does the 554 run at E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S?
Buses run every 15-30 minutes during peak hours with limited off-peak service. Primarily a peak-hour commuter route with some midday and evening service. Keep in mind that actual intervals can vary due to traffic, weather, or service disruptions — that's why the live arrival times on this page are more reliable than the published timetable for planning your trip.
What are the closest stops to E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S?
The nearest stops to E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S are E Sunset Way & 1st Ave NE, 9th Ave NE & NE Ellis Dr, Highlands Dr NE & NE Ellis Dr, Issaquah Highlands Park & Ride - Bay 4. Each has its own live arrivals page on this site. If you're flexible about where you board, checking multiple nearby stops can sometimes get you on a bus sooner — especially during off-peak hours when service is less frequent.
How accurate are the arrival times on this page?
The arrival times shown here come from real-time GPS tracking provided by King County Metro and Sound Transit, not from a static timetable. When a bus is delayed, running early, or experiencing a disruption, the times update to reflect the actual position of the vehicle. A green dot next to a time means it's a live-tracked prediction; a gray dot means the system is falling back to the published schedule for that particular trip.
Can I check E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S arrivals without pulling out my phone?
Yes — that's exactly what NextStop Mini is built for. It's a small, always-on countertop display that shows live arrival times for E Sunset Way & Rainier Blvd S and up to five other stops you choose. It connects to your Wi-Fi and updates automatically, so you just glance at it on your way out the door. No app to open, no phone to unlock. Setup takes under two minutes.