SeaTac to Kenmore taxi & car service
Private rides between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Kenmore: downtown Kenmore, the Kenmore Air seaplane base, Log Boom Park, Saint Edward State Park, Bastyr University and the homes of Inglewood and Moorlands. From $75 with taxes and tolls included, priced before you ride, with your flight tracked and your driver waiting.
How much is a taxi from SeaTac to Kenmore?
A private car from SeaTac Airport to Kenmore with Seattle Airport Taxi starts from $75 in an Economy Sedan, with taxes and tolls included and the price set before you ride. Downtown Kenmore is about 27 miles and 35 to 50 minutes away. There is no light rail to Kenmore, so transit takes well over an hour with transfers.
Taxi and car service prices, SeaTac to Kenmore
Starting-from prices for a one-way private ride. Your exact fare depends on your Kenmore address 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 SeaTac to Kenmore 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
Car service vs taxi vs rideshare vs light rail and bus
Four ways from SEA to Kenmore, compared honestly.
| Seattle Airport Taxi car service | Metered taxi | Rideshare app | Light rail and bus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | From $75, set before you ride | Metered, changes with traffic | Changes with demand | $3 light rail fare, plus bus fare |
| Time to Kenmore | 35–50 min, door to door | 35–50 min | 35–50 min plus pickup wait | Well over an hour, with transfers |
| At the airport | Driver waits, flight tracked | Wait in the airport taxi line | Wait for a match, then pickup zone | Walk to SEA/Airport station |
| Luggage and car seats | Sized to your bags, seats reserved | Varies | Varies, seats not guaranteed | Carry your own |
| Late night and early morning | 24/7 by reservation | Usually available | Usually available | Limited overnight service |
| Best for | Families, luggage, business, early flights | Unplanned trips | Light luggage, flexible timing | Light packers with time to spare |
Taxi from SeaTac to Kenmore
Land, collect your bags, and ride straight to your hotel, home or office.
- Book with your flight numberYour driver follows the flight, early or delayed.
- Land and collect your bags30 free waiting minutes start at your actual landing time.
- Meet your driverCurbside with a text giving the meeting point, or inside baggage claim with a name sign for $50.
- Ride non-stop to KenmoreAbout 35 to 50 minutes to downtown Kenmore, on the price you booked.
Taxi from Kenmore to SeaTac Airport
Book your ride to the airport from any Kenmore home or from the seaplane base, including early-morning pickups. Your driver drops you at the departures curb for your airline.
When should I leave Kenmore for SeaTac?
Pick your area, flight type and departure time.
SeaTac to Kenmore, the north lake and Saint Edward
Approximate road distance and typical drive time from SEA. See all 50+ service areas.
Downtown Kenmore
35–50 min from SEA
Kenmore Village, shops and apartments on SR 522
Kenmore Air Harbor
35–50 min from SEA
Seaplane base on the north end of Lake Washington
Log Boom Park
35–50 min from SEA
Waterfront park and pier
Saint Edward State Park
35–50 min from SEA
Park and the lodge on Lake Washington
Bastyr University
35–50 min from SEA
Campus beside Saint Edward State Park
Inglewood
35–50 min from SEA
Homes and the Inglewood golf course
Moorlands and Arrowhead
35–50 min from SEA
Neighborhoods above the lake
Uplake
35–50 min from SEA
Homes north of SR 522
Rhododendron Park
35–50 min from SEA
Park and surrounding homes
What affects the drive between SeaTac and Kenmore
The usual route
Most rides take I-405 north to SR 522 west, or I-5 north to SR 522 east through Lake Forest Park. Your driver picks the faster one. Any toll on the route is included in your price.
SR 522 traffic
Bothell Way NE (SR 522) is the main road through Kenmore and is slow at rush hour. Allow the top of the range on weekday afternoons.
Seaplane connections
Kenmore Air flies to the San Juan Islands and British Columbia from Kenmore. Add your flight times and allow a generous buffer between SEA and the seaplane.
Saint Edward pickups
For the lodge or the park at Saint Edward, tell us the entrance or building so your driver meets you in the right place.
Hillside streets
Inglewood and Moorlands have steep streets. On rare snow or ice days we may arrange a nearby pickup point.
Early flights
Kenmore streets are quiet before dawn, so early-morning rides to SEA are usually quick.
How much is a taxi from SeaTac to Kenmore?
With Seattle Airport Taxi, a private Economy Sedan from SeaTac Airport to Kenmore starts from $75, with taxes and tolls included. A Standard Sedan starts from $85, a Mini Van from $125 and a Passenger Van from $200. Your exact price for your address is shown before you pay.
How far is SeaTac Airport from Kenmore?
Downtown Kenmore is about 27 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport by road.
How long does it take to get from SeaTac to Kenmore by car?
Usually 35 to 50 minutes. Traffic on I-405 and on SR 522 at rush hour pushes the trip toward the top of that range.
Can I take light rail from SeaTac to Kenmore?
Not directly. There is no light rail station in Kenmore, so transit means light rail plus a bus, with transfers, well over an hour. A private car goes door to door in 35 to 50 minutes.
Can you take me from SeaTac to the Kenmore Air seaplane base?
Yes. We drive between SEA and Kenmore Air Harbor. Add your arriving flight number so we track it, and leave a generous buffer before your seaplane departure, since we cannot guarantee a connection if your flight is late.
Is the price fixed from SeaTac to Kenmore?
We quote a set price for your exact pickup and drop-off before you book. It does not change with traffic once booked. Extras such as waiting beyond 30 free minutes or added stops are charged separately.
Can I book a taxi from Kenmore to SeaTac for an early flight?
Yes. We run 24/7, including 3 and 4 a.m. pickups from Kenmore homes. Use the pickup time calculator on this page to choose when to leave.
Where do I meet my driver at SeaTac?
For curbside pickup, your driver texts you the meeting point after you land and collect your bags. With meet and greet for $50, your driver waits inside baggage claim with a name sign.
Are tolls included from SeaTac to Kenmore?
Yes. Any toll on the route your driver takes is included in your quoted price.
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