Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located 20 kilometers from the city. It serves the cities of Seattle and Tacoma. The largest airport in the state of Washington. Passenger throughput is more than 30 million people per year.
From the airport, you can get to the city by bus, subway, cab, shuttle, or rent a car. The journey will take you about 25-30 minutes.
From Seattle Airport, you can get into the city by taking the #156 bus, which runs to South Center and Des Moines.
Where to Find: The most convenient way to get to the bus stop is to walk along the north side of the fourth floor of the airport terminal to the Sound Transit Link light rail station. Next, get off at International Boulevard (State Highway 99).
Operation times: Buses run around the clock every 20 minutes. The exact departure time is indicated on the information boards at the bus stop.
Fare: 2.25 USD. You can buy a ticket from the driver.
Sound Transit Metro trains run from the airport to the University of Washington, South Seattle, and downtown.
Where to find: The station is located on the fourth floor of the air station parking garage.
Operation hours: from 05:00 to 01:00 Monday through Saturday, and from 06:00 to 00:00 on Sunday. The traffic interval is 6 -15 minutes.
Fare: 3 USD
Where to buy a ticket: at the terminal at the station. You can buy a single ticket or a travel card. The ticket is checked by the controllers and if you decide to take a hare, you will be fined 124 USD.
If you are traveling with small children or have large and heavy luggage, book a transfer — the driver will meet you at the airport with a sign bearing your name. You can book a transfer on a website (for example, gettransfer.com).
Price: from 45 USD per economy-class car.
This is a good option to get to the city if you are very tired and don’t plan to save money. The taxi stand is located right next to the terminal exit.
Price: 45–60 USD.
If you plan to travel a lot around the city, it’s best to rent a car. You will need an international driving license. Booking online is usually cheaper, and the selection of vehicles is much wider.
Price: from 40 USD per day for an economy-class car.
Where to find: car rental desks are located within the airport area, or you can book online (for example, on rentalcars).
Central Railway Station (King Street Station) can be reached by subway (Red line). It is necessary to travel 9 stops. Get off at the International District /Chinatown Station. You will need to walk 300 feet (1 minute) from the station.
Seattle's bus station can be reached by cab.
