Seattle-Tacoma Int’l. Airport (SEA) Ground Transportation
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) offers a wide range of ground transportation options, ensuring travellers can easily reach their final destinations in Seattle, Tacoma, and the wider Puget Sound region. These SEA Airport transportation options range from efficient public transit to private hire services and rental cars, catering to diverse preferences and budgets.
Public Transit at SEA Airport
SEA Airport is served by Link Light Rail and bus routes.
Link Light Rail
| Location | Floor 4 of the airport parking garage |
| Route | Downtown Seattle |
| Operating Hour | Monday-Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm |
King County Metro Bus
| Location | Outside the airport property on International Boulevard |
| Route | Route 124 |
| Operating Hour | 5:00 am to 1:00 am |
Sound Transit Express
| Location | South end of the Main Terminal on the Lower Drive (Baggage Claim level), near Carousel 1 |
| Route | Route 574 |
| Operating Hour | 5:00 am to 1:00 am |
SEA-TAC Airport Private Transportation Services
SEA Airport offer various private transit options.
Taxis
| Location | 3rd floor of the airport parking garage |
| Contact Number | (206) 708-6504 |
Shuttle
| Location | 3rd floor of the airport parking garage |
| Contact Number | (206)244-0011 |
App-Based Rideshares
Rideshare pick-ups are permitted at the airport’s designated areas on the 3rd floor of the parking garage. Major app-based rideshare service providers are:
- Uber
- Lyft
Rental Car
The Rental Car Facility is located off-site at 3150 S 160th Street. Rental car companies operating from this location include:
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- National
Hotel Shuttles
Many area hotels offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. Hotel shuttles pick up passengers on the courtesy island at the 3rd floor of the parking garage. Passengers can coordinate through the hotel or airport courtesy phones.
Charter Buses
Group and charter bus services are available and should be arranged in advance. Loading zones are available near the main terminal, with specific locations.
Accessible Transportation
SEA Airport ensures ADA-compliant transportation options are available, including wheelchair-accessible taxis, paratransit services (Access Transportation), and shuttle services.
Bicycle Access
Designated bicycle racks are available near the Link Light Rail station and in the airport garage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Rideshare pick-ups (Uber, Lyft, Wingz) are available on the 3rd floor of the parking garage in the Ground Transportation area.
Yes, the Link Light Rail, King County Metro Transit & Sound Transit Express provide direct service from the Sea-Tac Airport Station to downtown Seattle.
The Link Light Rail station is accessible via a pedestrian bridge from the 4th floor of the parking garage.