Seattle taxi service, booked ahead
Seattle Airport Taxi is a pre-booked taxi and car service for Seattle and the region: airport runs, the cruise piers, hourly bookings and group rides. From $75 with taxes and tolls included, the price set before you ride and the car reserved for your party only.
Is there a taxi service in Seattle you can book ahead?
Yes. Seattle Airport Taxi is a pre-booked taxi service: you book online or by phone, see your price before you ride, and a private car meets you at the time you choose, 24/7. Rides start from $75 in an Economy Sedan with taxes and tolls included. For a short hop across town with no luggage, a metered cab or rideshare is usually cheaper.
Where Seattle Airport Taxi drives
Most bookings start or end at the airport, but the same cars and drivers handle the rest of the trip too.
Airport rides
To and from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, with flight tracking and 30 minutes free waiting from your actual landing.
SeaTac airport transfers →Cruise terminals
Pier 66 and Pier 91, from SEA, hotels or home, with luggage space sized to cruise bags.
Cruise transfers →Hourly bookings
Keep the same car and driver for meetings, errands or a night out, with 25 miles included per hour.
Hourly car service →Groups
A Passenger Van from $200 for 5 or more, or several vehicles for larger groups.
Group charters →Tours and day trips
Seattle sights, Snoqualmie Falls, Mount Rainier and more, by the hour.
Tours and day trips →Booked taxi vs metered taxi vs rideshare in Seattle
Three ways to get a car in Seattle, compared honestly.
| Seattle Airport Taxi | Metered Seattle taxi | Rideshare app | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How you get one | Book online or by phone, any time ahead | Taxi stand, hail or dispatch call | Request in the app |
| Price | Set before you ride, from $75 | Meter: $2.60 to start, $2.70 a mile, $0.50 a minute in slow traffic | Changes with demand |
| Vehicle | Chosen by you, sedan to passenger van | Whatever arrives | Chosen by class, availability varies |
| Car seats | Reserved ahead, $20 to $25 | Rarely available | Limited, in some areas |
| Short trips across town | From $75, often more than a cab | Usually the cheapest | Usually cheap |
| Best for | Airport, cruise, luggage, early flights, groups | Short unplanned trips | Light luggage, flexible timing |
Seattle neighborhoods we serve from SEA
Distance and typical drive time from the airport. Each page has fares, routes and pickup tips.
Seattle
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Seattle →South Lake Union
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to South Lake Union →Capitol Hill
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Capitol Hill →Queen Anne
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Queen Anne →Magnolia and Interbay
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Magnolia and Interbay →Fremont
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Fremont →Ballard
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Ballard →University District
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to University District →Northgate
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Northgate →West Seattle
20–35 min from SEA
SeaTac to West Seattle →Beacon Hill
15–30 min from SEA
SeaTac to Beacon Hill →Shoreline
35–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Shoreline →How to book a Seattle taxi with us
Two minutes online, or call (206) 788-8851 any time.
- Enter pickup, drop-off and timeAdd your flight number for airport trips.
- Choose your vehiclePick by passengers and bags: Economy Sedan, Standard Sedan, Mini Van or Passenger Van.
- See the price and payTaxes and tolls are included. Extras such as car seats are listed before you pay.
- Meet your driverYour driver contacts you before pickup and arrives at the time you booked.
Seattle taxi service fares by vehicle
Starting-from prices for a one-way private ride. Your exact fare depends on your addresses and is shown before you pay.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Checked bags | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan Tesla Model 3, Toyota Prius or similar | Up to 2 | 2 | $75 | Solo travelers and couples |
| Standard Sedan Tesla Model Y, Chrysler 300 or similar | Up to 3 | 3 | $85 | Business travel, small families |
| Mini Van Toyota Sienna, Mercedes Metris or similar | Up to 4 | 4 | $125 | Families, car seats, extra luggage |
| Passenger Van Groups of 5 or more | 5+ | Group luggage | $200 | Groups and teams |
Included in every booked ride
No add-on needed.
- Private, non-stop ride for your party only
- Taxes and tolls on the route
- Flight tracking and 30 minutes free waiting at SEA
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
Extras, listed plainly
Added only if you choose them or need them.
- Meet and greet inside baggage claim: $50
- Car seats: $25 infant or toddler, $20 booster
- Pets in a carrier: $30. Service animals free
- Extra stops, paid parking and extra waiting time
- Gratuity is optional and chosen at checkout
What you get, and what we do not do
Plain answers so you can choose the right ride.
What you get
Every booked ride.
- A private, non-stop ride for your party only
- A price set before you ride, taxes and tolls included
- A driver who arrives at the time you booked
- An emailed receipt for every ride
What we do not do
Better served elsewhere.
- Street hails or taxi-stand pickups
- Metered fares
- Shared or pooled rides
- Stretch limousines or party buses
- Medical transport or patient assistance
Seattle taxi service questions
More answers on the full FAQ, or call us any time.
(206) 788-8851How do I book a taxi in Seattle ahead of time?
Book online on our booking page or call (206) 788-8851, 24/7. Enter your pickup, drop-off and time, choose a vehicle, and your price is shown before you pay, with taxes and tolls included.
How much is a taxi in Seattle?
Our pre-booked rides start from $75 in an Economy Sedan, $85 in a Standard Sedan, $125 in a Mini Van and $200 in a Passenger Van. Metered Seattle taxis charge $2.60 to start, $2.70 per mile and $0.50 per minute in slow traffic, so short metered trips cost less. See Seattle taxi rates for a full comparison.
Is Seattle Airport Taxi a metered taxi?
No. It is a pre-booked private car service that works like a taxi you reserve. There is no meter: the price is set when you book and does not change with traffic.
Can I get a taxi right now?
We take bookings 24/7, but every ride is reserved and needs some notice. For a ride in the next few minutes, a taxi stand or rideshare app may be faster. Call (206) 788-8851 to check same-day availability.
Do you have taxis with car seats?
Yes, by reservation. Infant and toddler seats are $25 and boosters are $20. Families usually book the Mini Van for the extra room.
Do you serve areas outside Seattle?
Yes. We drive to and from 50+ cities in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, including Bellevue, Tacoma and Everett. See service areas.
Is a booked taxi cheaper than a metered taxi?
Not for short trips. A metered cab is usually cheaper for a short ride with one or two people. A booked ride is worth it for airport and cruise trips, early flights, luggage, car seats and groups, where a reserved car and a set price matter more.
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