They can make it extremely easy to get to the Port of Seattle. No matter where you are in Seattle, Uber and Lyft can get you to the cruise ports. Many people are familiar with these services already.
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A one-way trip from Seattle airport to the Port of Seattle would cost you around $50 (€44.20), excluding tips. It is good to know that there are no price differences for day, night or weekend trips.
The actual walking distance is around 2.4 miles - once you enter the port property it's a short walk to the posted parking shuttle stop. To access the trail from the market, either drop down to the waterfront/Alaskan Way via market elevators or walk along Western Avenue to Bell Street and the elevator/skybridge.
Smith CoveCruise Terminal at Pier 91 serves as homeport for Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean.
Are taxis or Ubers cheaper in Seattle? The cost of UberX and Lyft is comparable or less than most taxis, with much nicer quality / cleaner vehicles. Water ferries and public buses are also available for a much lower cost, but rarely do tourists want to have to carry their luggage onto these public options.
How can I get from the airport to the cruise terminal? LINK Light Rail is an inexpensive transportation option that takes passengers from the airport to Westlake Station in downtown Seattle. From the station, rideshare or taxi services can take you directly to your terminal.
Uber released rankings of the best and worst cities for the ride-hailing company's drivers to pick up passengers and Seattle was second worst in the U.S., trailing only New York City. That means a lot of you aren't getting the 5-star rating you think you are every time you catch a ride.
The average trip price of car service in Seattle with Uber Black is $ 53.32. Please keep in mind that the cost depends on several factors such as distance, ride option, and time of day.
Passenger disembark usually begins at 7:30 a.m. at the earliest. After baggage retrieval, passengers begin exiting the cruise terminal approximately 10 - 15 minutes later. Debark is over around 10:30 a.m. when the last passenger is off the vessel.
Of course you must visit the iconic market when in Seattle but be prepared for overcrowding and inflated prices. It will cost you hundreds of dollars if you purchase one of the flying fish, for example. Enjoy the show and the people watching bit buy elsewhere!
The Shuttle Express takes about 45 minutes and costs $18.00 per person. Regarding the light rail, it depends on your comfort level. Check out their website (google Sound Transit Seattle) for more information.
Passengers cruising aboard Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises or Royal Caribbean Cruises will embark/disembark from Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91.