The Seattle Airport to Pike Place Market route covers about 18 km in a straight line, although the road distance is longer.
Ways to get from Seattle Airport to Pike Place Market
A private transfer booked ahead suits travellers who want a planned pickup and direct journey to their accommodation or Pike Place Market. A taxi from the airport rank is useful if you prefer to arrange transport after landing. Public transport can suit passengers travelling light who are comfortable checking current routes, connections and service information. A hire car is most useful if you plan to travel beyond central Seattle, although parking near Pike Place Market can be limited and busy.
Private transfer booked ahead
After collecting your luggage, follow the booking instructions to meet your driver in arrivals. Keep your booking confirmation, flight details, accommodation address and contact information ready. Give the correct passenger and luggage details when booking, and request suitable child seats in advance if needed. Check the provider's policy on bringing your own seat.
Booking a private transfer
Use the booking form beside this guide and enter your arrival details carefully. If your flight is late or delayed, the driver may monitor the flight, but you should still follow the provider's instructions for updating or contacting them. Check where the meeting point is, how the driver will identify you and what to do if you cannot find them. Mention bulky luggage, mobility equipment, extra passengers or child seats before confirming the booking. For current arrangements, check the airport or transfer provider directly.
Taxi from the rank
Follow signs for the official taxi rank and join the queue there rather than accepting an unsolicited approach inside the airport. Have the destination address ready and confirm the accepted payment method before leaving the rank.
Public transport
Public transport can be a practical choice for travellers with manageable luggage. Check the airport's current journey planner for stops, connections, service changes and accessibility information before setting out. Pike Place Market is in a busy central area, so you may need to walk from your final stop.
Hire car
Choose a hire car if your wider trip includes places that are difficult to reach without driving. Confirm rental desk arrangements, insurance, luggage capacity and parking before booking, and allow for urban traffic around the market.
Pike Place Market to Seattle Airport
For the Pike Place Market to Seattle Airport journey, arrange pickup from your hotel or another confirmed meeting point and leave plenty of time for traffic, luggage drop-off and airport procedures. Check your airline's current advice for when to arrive and confirm the pickup instructions with your driver before departure.