How to use Seattle Link Light Rail ( from Sea-Tac Airport to Downtown Seattle ) - Tour Guide 2023

[@AngieLovesTraveling]

You KZbin people who make these kind of detailed public transit walkthroughs are amazing! It gives me so much more confidence while planning any of my trips.

[@foodloverasian143]

@@AngieLovesTraveling so glad and happy to hear. Makes me want to do more

[@TheTikeySauce]

I highly recommend getting the ORCA Card any time someone rides public transportation in Seattle! The card is only $3 and you just load it up with funds. It supports electronic transfers between all modes of public transportation (between Du Pont in the south through Everett in the north) within a 3 hour span and you're only charged the highest fair out of all of the trips that you do. You'll save a ton of money by using this instead of paying for each separate trip.

[@foodloverasian143]

That’s a good tip. Thank you for sharing

[@raffinataonline]

Including the monorail?

[@TheTikeySauce]

@@raffinataonline Yes, the ORCA card can be used to transfer onto the monorail as well. You can use it to transfer between any of the below services: All Pierce County Metro services All Kitsap Transit services (including the water taxi/fast ferries) All King County Metro services (including the Seattle Streetcar and Monorail) All Community Transit services (including the Swift BRT) All Everett Transit services All Sound Transit services (Link light rail, Sounder commuter rail, and Express busses) You can also use ORCA to pay for fares for the below services, although transfers aren't supported: All Washington State Ferries from WSDOT (does not accept ORCA regional or monthly passes) Amtrak Cascades between Seattle and Everett (requires ORCA monthly pass)

[@lordteabelly]

I'm looking at getting an orca card when I arrive in seattle next month, I'll be there for 5 days but not sure how much I'd need to put on it? do they do set number of days pass or anything?

[@TheTikeySauce]

@@lordteabelly Depending on how often you see yourself riding public transit, you can make $25-30 stretch for a fairly long time because of transfers. Otherwise you can load the ORCA card with the $8 regional day pass which will work on all fares up to $3.50.

[@syrax101]

Seattle Lightrail is only going to get better… I can’t wait for them to build the line into Bellevue. Good vid!

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes I am looking forward for the east side route soon

[@IndustrialParrot2816]

The Lynnwood extension opens first now they rearranged the schedule

[@garrywilkinson8677]

Will be visiting Seattle this October, your video was most helpful. Appreciate the signage that I should look out for.

[@foodloverasian143]

@@garrywilkinson8677 so glad I can be helpful

[@stevenpace1849]

I'm going to Seattle this Wednesday with my umbrella. Thanks so much for your video. I took notes. Happy Valentine's Day to you. Greetings from Chicago.

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes umbrella is needed this week. It will be a bit cold so bring jackets

[@TheOriginalMarimoChan]

This is EXTREMELY helpful, thank you!!! I didn't want to pay $81.00 for airport to Westlake Station so this is the most perfect video of all!!

[@liannebedard5521]

Why would anyone entertain paying as much as train fare Portland…to get downtown?….? Do people forget to pack their brains…??? Wow!

[@BeautifulintrovertDiaries]

THANK YOU for making this video !!!

[@foodloverasian143]

@@BeautifulintrovertDiaries glad it’s useful

[@lanimorgan2379]

Well done showing people what to expect when trying the Light Link Rail.

[@foodloverasian143]

The least I can do. ;)

[@Mark-ms5zb]

Thank you for the detailed video! It was our first time in Seattle and we needed to get from the airport to our hotel located downtown. Your instructions for getting to the Link Light rail and purchasing tickets made our trip very easy.

[@foodloverasian143]

Hey. I just posted a new video and showing how to get to most hotels if u still need it

[@TheOriginalMarimoChan]

@@foodloverasian143 YES!!! Will look for it now. I'm going from SEA to Pan Pacific Hotel, I think SEA to Westlake and walking about 15 minutes from there to the hotel, not sure if there's anything closer. I don't mind walking 15 minutes but will have luggages.

[@foodloverasian143]

@@Mark-ms5zb I am super glad that I could help.

[@trishdhanyaphasit4712]

@@TheOriginalMarimoChanHi ! Just another follower here going to Seattle next week. Did you find it challenging taking the light rail with big luggages ? And how was the walk from the station to your hotel? TIA !!

[@ScorpioMissBrenda]

I am looking forward to visiting Seattle. Thank you for posting this video.

[@foodloverasian143]

@@ScorpioMissBrenda hope it helps

[@javierbarrucz7755]

💡 rail 😎 ❤❤❤❤ 7:32

[@Adriano_Muniz]

Thank you for the vídeo. It's so usefull and very good!😊

[@foodloverasian143]

@@Adriano_Muniz so happy to hear

[@alfofoGMS]

Thanks man. Going to seattle soon and was a bit nervous trying to get to find how to do all this. Much appreciated filming this.

[@foodloverasian143]

Glad I can help to east the nerve and stress. Good thing seattle is super easy and simple. Not as complicated route as other city

[@christinelisi6964]

I will be going in July and am a little nervous trying to get to light rail with the stuff I have to carry to Westlake from SEA-TAC. Hope I survive with all the walking and carrying stuff. Great video though!

[@guillermopugliese2825]

Excellent video! Made step by step in order to be precise and easy to understand. This will help me save 75 bucks in Uber/Lyft in a safe and sound way. Thanks!

[@foodloverasian143]

I am so glad to know it. It meant a lot that I can share info and help others.

[@luciesimackova4805]

Your energy is contagious, can't help but like in the very begining :)

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you so much. It meant a lot and for your support

[@TracyMako]

Thanks for v the informative detailed description of how to navigate the use of light rail from Sea Tac to downtown Seattle.

[@KathyDubs]

I'm going to Seattle tomorrow - this was so helpful, thank you!

[@foodloverasian143]

@@KathyDubs sooooo glad that I can help

[@elsacontreras1938]

Very useful. Thank you as we are going to Seattle next month and looking at taking the light rail to our Airbnb downtown

[@kymmie0025]

This is a big help. Thanks

[@foodloverasian143]

Glad to hear it. ;)

[@mjtobiko]

Very easy explanation. Thank you so much! I’m glad I found your video I’m going to Seattle for the first time in 2 weeks and this will help me a lot!

[@foodloverasian143]

I am super glad to hear it. I hope this will help u to navigate to your destinations

[@clairycakes538]

Awesome video and I love your personality also :) I feel much more confident about my Seattle trip !

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you so much for watching the video and it meant a lot

[@doraridenour9161]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

[@foodloverasian143]

Yay. Glad u can use the info

[@Domm_Diggity]

Thanks for taking the time and making this video. It’s great.

[@foodloverasian143]

Awesome. Thank you for your support

[@javierbarrucz7755]

So simple really makes sense ❤❤❤❤❤ 6:47

[@amathetes]

We took your instructions and they were spot on. Thank you so much for doing this. We had a great experience thanks to you. Keep it up.

[@foodloverasian143]

Yay. So happy to hear that. Glad that I can help and smooth it up your experience. Thank you so much for the support

[@op4kub810]

Thanks for the video, very helpful!

[@foodloverasian143]

Awesome thank you and am glad. I am trying to do more of these videos soon

[@bradykelso8682]

Great video. Thanks!

[@leyladallakyan9757]

Thank you.

[@rise9096]

Visiting Seattle soon, from Malaysia, thanks for the informative video

[@foodloverasian143]

Yay. Glad u found this useful. ;)

[@AN-sx2iy]

Getting ready to travel to Seattle and your video is amazing!! Thank you!!

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you for watching the video and I do have another new video if you want to check it out

[@foodloverasian143]

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[@JH-ze4lo]

Thanks. This video was a great help.

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you for watching it

[@peggylee-tocco751]

WOW> Soooo helpful Really appreciate this video.

[@foodloverasian143]

I am superrrrr happy to hear that. Thank you for your support

[@cocacolafiesta]

Thank you for explaining this option so clearly. We are 3 seniors traveling to Seattle during the week of Labor Day. We will be buying our Reduced Fare Pass before our trip. I originally was going to rent a car at the airport for the week but as public transportation seems fairly easy and our hotel,is charging $35 a day for parking then we are going to opt for the light rail. We’ll rent a car for a few days versus the whole week so we can travel outside of Seattle.

[@foodloverasian143]

Indeed. Save some money. Always a good thing

[@foodloverasian143]

I just posted a new video and show how to get to most hotels in case you are still interested

[@cocacolafiesta]

@@foodloverasian143 Thank you so much!

[@shuteng486]

Thanks for this video i checked uber it was $90 to my hotel at downtown.

[@foodloverasian143]

@@shuteng486 yes uber prices has been insane these days. Glad u r safe and able to get to downtown safe

[@MrOrara]

Just an update . The entry point at the end of the baggage claim is currently closed for renovations. Plenty of other access points though. Also fare for a senior is $1 …Fantastic journey

[@foodloverasian143]

Oh sweet. Thank you so much for the update. Yes things changes all the time. So glad u can give some input

[@rachelp2733]

Thx bro

[@foodloverasian143]

@@rachelp2733 you are so welcome

[@tracydenham8026]

I'm coming home in Aug, all the flights land at midnight and I have to figure out how to get to Port Orchard...... This would be great, but I think you said they stop at midnight, also need to catch the ferry so I doubt they run at 2am also, btw When did it get so crazy expensive :(

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes unfortunately the last train runs at midnight and Uber is so pricey these days. Unfortunately u won’t have any much choice

[@Ivanselectsongs]

Thank you, will be visiting for a weekend in September. Got 3 must visit restaurants for us? My list is long and I need to narrow it down! :)

[@foodloverasian143]

I do I do. What kind of food do u like?

[@foodloverasian143]

Take a look at my instagram too. I have videos of my food list

[@ranjansamarakone6101]

Thank you and this is very helpful sine I will be in seattle next week. You are dam right about UBER!

[@foodloverasian143]

Great. And just FYI. They are having issue at the Chinatown and downtown location right now. It might be not open this month due to some broken ceilings. I think it is only open from airport to stadium station. But please check the website for further info

[@KenanTurkiye]

roses are red, violets are blue, trains, trams and buses come in all sorts of hue ;) my playlist #2 is about transportaion

[@Iris_Transforms_Healing]

Thanks so much!

[@foodloverasian143]

@@Iris_Transforms_Healing glad I can help

[@davidzhang4916]

Great share, Thanks

[@huntmaverik1]

Thank you for this info. I had to mortgage my house last time for the uber ride 😢

[@foodloverasian143]

Uber is getting super expensive unfortunately

[@jacksonlima2300]

thank you for sharing with us this amazing help I'm a brazilian and i'm planning to travel to seattle to visit bruce lee's grave and your video will help me a lot when I get there.

[@foodloverasian143]

Awesome. So glad to hear that. I have few other seattle videos that you might like too.

[@banyantree2272]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@foodloverasian143]

So glad to hear

[@jbee1999]

Great video man keep it up!

[@foodloverasian143]

@@jbee1999 thank you

[@melodyyerge]

very helpful video!!! thank you!!

[@JaneBeeb]

Thank you!

[@foodloverasian143]

@@JaneBeeb you are most welcome

[@djodiudjodiu6833]

Thank you..its really helpfull for me..

[@foodloverasian143]

You re very welcome. Glad to hear that

[@windstorminator]

Great video

[@foodloverasian143]

Thanks for watching

[@gordonmark9569]

you should have shown how to finalize the ticket, inserting money or other payment and printing the ticket

[@foodloverasian143]

@@gordonmark9569 I will do that next time

[@k-teamsports2702]

Very helpful video. Good job and thank you 🙏

[@foodloverasian143]

I am glad and thank you for letting me know

[@karenabendshien846]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@rosymacias7641]

Excellent video 👏🏼👏🏼

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you

[@cookingfun6245]

Heading there tomorrow. Is westlake how you get to pikkes market

[@foodloverasian143]

@@cookingfun6245 yes

[@meganvo09]

Thanks ❤❤❤

[@foodloverasian143]

I am glad. ;)

[@MetroFW]

Love it

[@ArdillaINC]

But where do you t your card ?

[@Glenningway]

Heading there tomorrow afternoon, my hotel is a few blocks from where he ended up so it's just a walk to the hotel. Thanks for making this! Almost had to take a cab and read some stories about how expensive, long wait, and potentially rude drivers and price gouging (taking the long way on purpose). Now, lets say I need to head back to the airport from Westlake station, could I purchase a one way ticket at the kiosk there?

[@foodloverasian143]

Hope you are enjoying and having a good time in seattle. Yes. You can buy a one way ticket back to the airport. Also the kiosk provides an all day ticket as well for the options

[@newurbanlandlady]

thanks for this. What hotel is closest to that station?

[@foodloverasian143]

If your destination is westlake center. There are many hotel options such as Sheraton and Weston and even great Hyatt. Super close and convenient by walking

[@donrobbins4861]

What is the closest rail station to Pike Place Market? How much does Uber cost from the airport to Pike Place Market?

[@dob2030]

Hi

[@tinahindi]

Thank you for this video ❤. We are going in September to a cruise we leaving a day early. Does this rail go all the way to the cruise port?

[@foodloverasian143]

Unfortunately not. U need to walk blocks or you can Uber to the cruise ship. It’s rather close but I wouldn’t recommend it to walk if you have luggages

[@emilianogabriel9613]

Is westlake close to pike market

[@foodloverasian143]

@@emilianogabriel9613 about 10 minutes walk

[@joshuawong1419]

Really helpful, thank you !

[@foodloverasian143]

Glad to hear and thanks for letting me know. I like to share information

[@Ianwalsh22]

I love light rail in Seattle I have have orca card I hear make light rail station Lynwood wa and other place bellevue Federal Way stations coming soon I think the one in Lynnwood wa is coming soon in march! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I have a ❤😎😎😎👍👍👍👍

[@maryroberts2099]

Is the downtown stop the closest to Pike Place Market? My hotel is there

[@foodloverasian143]

Westlake center station is what u want to stop at

[@cnguyen32]

Just for clarification, the ORCA is just a transit card that can be used on Sound Link train system within Washington, correct?

[@foodloverasian143]

Correct. Only in Washington

[@cnguyen32]

@@foodloverasian143 Thanks. I just read that it can't be used in northern Seattle on the king county metro :(

[@slloo7692]

Did I hear you say sampai jumpa lagi at the end?

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes I use it as my tag line. ;)

[@moneymanfernando1594]

You said from the airport terminal to the Link Train station is 0.14 miles?? Is that correct ?? That would be about a block and a half??

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes. It is quite a walk for some people. But they do provide cart service at certain hours if u don’t want to walk. It’s very convenient

[@moneymanfernando1594]

@@foodloverasian143 ok

[@trishdhanyaphasit4712]

Would it be more challenging with big luggages ? Dont wanna take over the whole space in the train when it is normally busy 😅

[@foodloverasian143]

@@trishdhanyaphasit4712 can be a lil tough but it’s usually ok

[@LimitedWard]

There's generally enough space in the train, and the train is typically empty when you embark at Seatac. Depending on the size of your back you can stick it under your seat.

[@Budgyboy]

Once at Westlake, can you catch an Uber from there. And is the light rail safe at night? Thanks for the video cheers

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes u can take Uber anywhere from westlake. It can be sketchy at night. Out be extra careful

[@ScorpioMissBrenda]

What are the three must visit restaurants?

[@foodloverasian143]

@@ScorpioMissBrenda what do you like to eat? You can go to my Instagram page under foodloverasian to see few that you may like. For Thai food kinlen in Fremont is great. Ivars clam chowder. Il trattoria carmine for italian

[@jackymccurdy867]

Would we go to the right when exiting at westlake to get to the Westin Hotel? Then when we are in the street, which way do we turn?

[@foodloverasian143]

Just turn to left and then left again on 6 th avenue. It’s just about a block away from the station. Super convenient

[@jackymccurdy867]

@@foodloverasian143 thank you so much! I feel safe now! Also gonna take that shuttle from getting the luggage to the light rail! Thanks again!

[@raffinataonline]

Thank you 👍 Which stop is Seattle Center?

[@foodloverasian143]

There is no station for Seattle Center unfortunately. U need to get off at westlake station. Then you will need to take mono rail for additional cost or you need to take a bus or taxi/Uber

[@raffinataonline]

@@foodloverasian143 Ok. Thank you.

[@Vcommenter]

Helpful!! 🎉🎉 Is the downtown safe?

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes. But just don’t go out at night

[@Vcommenter]

@@foodloverasian143 Have you seen the seattle crime video by Tyler Olivera? Is it true and have you experienced similar incidents

[@foodloverasian143]

@@Vcommenter I have not. But yes at night it is rather unsafe. But make sure you are always aware of your surroundings

[@christinelisi6964]

@@foodloverasian143 What time does it get dark?

[@foodloverasian143]

@@christinelisi6964 with spring forward the sunset starts about 6 pm. Just be careful when riding it

[@rreinhardt2393]

you don't tag or insert your tickets? what about orca card?

[@foodloverasian143]

U just make sure to keep your ticket incase the train police come and request to show them your ticket. If you have orca card, then you need to tap it before you enter the train

[@Lord.Kiltridge]

Hello. Thanks for the video. Google maps says we need to take the 1 line to University St, walk to 3rd Ave & Seneca St and catch the E Line at Aurora Village Transit Center. What tickets do we buy for that?

[@foodloverasian143]

It sounds like you need to take a metro bus to go to Aurora Village. It’s separate bus ticket

[@dolorestoolis4690]

I visited Seattle a few months ago, I took the train from airport to Westlake and i waited over hour. At least 3 trains going in opposite direction went by. Due to the delay I missed the last monorail to Climate Pledge, had to take uber from westlake to climate pledge. Prior to this while paying for my ticket a local told me no ones ever pays since there they don't take your ticket. I don't understand how their transportation system stays in business.

[@foodloverasian143]

Did something happen to the trains?

[@dolorestoolis4690]

@@foodloverasian143 not that I was aware of there were no announcement or info of the cause of delays.

[@foodloverasian143]

Oh noooooo. That sux. Yeah. The information honeslty is poorly available at the station

[@LJAllen1000]

You didnt show us how to pay when buying your ticket from the machine at the airport. Is the machine contactless or do we need cash?

[@foodloverasian143]

Oh yes it’s is cash and credit cards accepted at the machine. I would do it next time to make it clearer. Thank you for watching

[@mwreaves83]

I'm staying at the Renaissance on Madison...would the closest stop be the University Street station? I'm debating if I should get off there and Uber to the hotel or walk. Whatever is safest. Any insight is much appreciated!

[@foodloverasian143]

With the location of the hotel. I think university or westlake is probably about the same distance. Depending on the time of day, you may need to consider how you want to get to the hotel from the station

[@humeston258]

Great video! How far is it to hotels nearby?

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you so much for watching. Depends on where your hotel is. If you are staying downtown. It is super convenient to use this train to your destination and the best value

[@joeyrocconasta902]

Welcome home 😀🍕

[@foodloverasian143]

Thank you

[@raffinataonline]

Where do you get the light rail shuttle? After arriving at Westlake, where to catch the monorail?

[@foodloverasian143]

The monorail is located on top of westlake center. Just go up the building level three and you should be able to catcher it there

[@raffinataonline]

@@foodloverasian143 Thank you

[@mikaylamartin6367]

What would be the safest route when exiting the westlake station to get to belltown? (1st ave)

[@foodloverasian143]

@@mikaylamartin6367 well u have to past 3rd avenue regarless. Try not to get there in the evening

[@mikaylamartin6367]

Would you recommend an Uber from Westlake to Belltown/ downtown?

[@mikaylamartin6367]

Your videos are super helpful! Thank you!

[@LimitedWard]

@@mikaylamartin6367 idk if it's too late, but there's absolutely no need to take an Uber from Westlake to Belltown. It's like a 5 minute walk. Not dangerous at all as long you aren't hanging around in the middle of the night. Basically, just use common sense as you would when navigating any city.

[@BSfamilyTrip]

Hi thanx for the tips..are you indonesian? Because u said Sampai Jumpa lagi… Can you give me comparisona how much did it cost for taxi from Airport into downtown? Because i’m family with 3 kids, and of course with 4 big luggages. Terima Kasih

[@foodloverasian143]

Hallo halllo. Iya saya orang indo juga. Thank you yah atas support nya. If you want to take a taxi, right now the cost is about $45 one way flat fee plus tips. I think it is such a deal also. Even though, train will be every economical. If if you don’t mind, taxi is also a great deal with you have family and luggages. Uber is definitely way more expensive than taxi. Hope that helps but please ask any questions. Seneng sekali kali bisa membantu

[@BSfamilyTrip]

@@foodloverasian143 terima kasih bro..any suggestion hotel di downtown seattle?

[@foodloverasian143]

Yang paling Deket Dari station bisa di Westin or grand Hyatt or Sheraton. Convenient sekali. Atau juga Hilton garden inn. Lumayan agak jalan sedikit

[@BSfamilyTrip]

@@foodloverasian143 terima kasih bro atas advice nya...cheers

[@BSfamilyTrip]

@@foodloverasian143 Hi again bro, if we use light train and stop at westlake station, assume if we landing at 18.00, all the immigration & luggage things, then 1 hour ride with the train, we will arrived at westlake around 8 PM..it is safe if we (parents with 3 kids) walk with big luggages to the hotel nearby? thank you

[@531roxy]

is the shuttle ride free??

[@foodloverasian143]

No. It is not free. Depending. There is a shuttle for some distance that included on the train ticket cost. But it’s not to travel too far. Depending on your destination

[@1tmali]

❤

[@indobudillc6193]

Salam Kenal. Saya baru pindahan ke Newcastle dari San Diego! Boleh kenalan and be your friend ? Where I can find Indonesian community in nearby Seattle ?

[@almalicea3844]

What is the station of the UW?

[@foodloverasian143]

There are two stations. Depending on where you wanna go. For university campus there is the stadium station which is university of Washington station. Or if you need to go in the heart of uw which is the restaurant and shopping area, you need to take u district station

[@goshua13]

Did they check for your ticket?

[@foodloverasian143]

@@goshua13 yes occasionally they do depending on the time

[@TransitAndTeslas]

Use an Orca card, $8 gets you all day buses, light rail.

[@foodloverasian143]

Thanks for the info

[@joeseatac331]

Where exactly were you in downtown?

[@foodloverasian143]

I was in westlake fenter

[@maggietan9886]

💕

[@KerixS]

Still useful in 2024

[@foodloverasian143]

@@KerixS yay. Thank you

[@michaelgmyers]

Flown to airports all over the world Sea Tac twice now. Worst experience both times. Under construction. Absolutely no help for handicap. Helped an elderly man locate a restroom after he urinated himself. No sitting or standing room for early arrivals. I'm guessing Seattle wanted everyone to have that full homeless experience. The airport is modeled after Seattle.

[@foodloverasian143]

Yes it’s a mess right now and especially they are under construction. I just did a new video and showed that it is under construction

[@kcsnipes]

1.5x 👍

[@mozartpiano23]

Just walk up to the door wait and take 2 steps forward but don’t take 2 steps back

[@AgatBro]

i keep hearing foot lover asian. lol

[@foodloverasian143]

@@AgatBro sorry my English is not that great lol

[@AgatBro]

@@foodloverasian143 your english is fine. im probably just deaf. lol

[@fritzbautista1141]

Mayor needs to make it ordinance keep the city clean … trash everywhere it’s sad 😢

[@foodloverasian143]

@@fritzbautista1141 indeed. It’s basically a ghost town and pretty dead. I don’t even want to come hang out in downtown much