What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

The fastest way to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle Airport (SEA) and Seattle Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center. However, there are services departing from SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 and arriving at 3rd Ave & Virginia St via 26th Ave SW & SW Barton St - Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Seattle Airport (SEA) and Seattle Center?

No, there is no direct train from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center. However, there are services departing from SeaTac/Airport and arriving at Symphony via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

The distance between Seattle Airport (SEA) and Seattle Center is 18 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center without a car is to tram which takes 1h 2m and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center bus from?

Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 station.

Where do I catch the Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center train from?

Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from SeaTac/Airport station.

Where does the Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center bus arrive?

Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Westwood Village - Bay 2 station.

Where does the Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center train arrive?

Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Symphony station.

Can I drive from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center is 15 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center.

Where can I stay near Seattle Center?

There are 1431+ hotels available in Seattle Center.

Can I share a ride from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Seattle Airport (SEA) and Seattle Center. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center - 5 ways to travel via tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Center by tram, bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from SeaTac/Airport to Symphonytram 1 Line
1h 2m
$9
Drive 14.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Centercar 14.9 mi
23 min
$3–4
Line 560 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 to Westwood Village - Bay 2bus 560
2. Take the bus from 26th Ave SW & SW Barton St - Bay 2 to 3rd Ave & Virginia Stbus H Line
1h 29m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seattle Airport (SEA) to Seattle Centertaxi 14.9 mi
23 min
$50–65
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Seattle-SEA to Seattle Centerrideshare 14.9 mi
23 min
$40–55

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Seattle Airport (SEA), USA and Seattle Center, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from SeaTac/Airport to Symphony every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 to Seattle Center via 26th Ave SW & SW Barton St - Bay 2 and 3rd Ave & Virginia St in around 1h 29m.

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