How do I get back to the SeaTac airport terminal and connect to the Link Light Rail after returning my rental car?
Verified: 2026-06-01
Quick answer
After returning your rental car, take the shuttle back to the terminal and follow signs to the Link Light Rail station.
Detailed answer
After returning your rental car at the SeaTac Rental Car Facility, take the shuttle bus back to the airport terminal. The shuttle will drop you off at the Arrivals level of the main terminal. To get to the Link Light Rail station, follow the signs from the Arrivals level to the 'Light Rail' or 'Train' signs. The journey is approximately 0.3 miles and takes around 5 minutes on foot. The Link Light Rail station is located at the SeaTac/Airport Station, which is a convenient 1 stop from the Westlake Center in downtown Seattle. Trains run every 6-20 minutes depending on the time of day, with a travel time of approximately 38 minutes to downtown Seattle. The first train departs at 4:58 AM and the last train departs at 1:18 AM. You can check the latest schedules and plan your trip on the Sound Transit website or through their mobile app. The fare for a single ride is $2.50, and you can pay using an ORCA card or a contactless payment method.
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