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Directions to Seattle Pier 50 Terminal

I-5 Southbound it is exit 164. It says 4th Ave and Airport Way. This also takes you to the 4th Ave ramp and follow directions above, as for northbound.

Seattle Pier 50 Terminal Parking
There is no parking available at the terminal. The parking is at paid parking lots and metered ($0.05 2 min., $0.10 4 min., $0.25 10 min., $1.00 40 min., $1.50 hour, 2 hour max) parking. Parking fees at the Commuter Centre Parking garage across the street from the Terminal are $10.70 a day if you are in before 9:30 am. $5.95 for 0-1 hours,$11.95 for 1-2 hours,$15.50 for 2-3 hours,$17.85 for 3-4 hours,$20.25 for 4-12 hours. $9.50 for overnight.

When picking up or dropping off passengers, from either Pier 50 or Pier 52, there is a very limited 3-minute load and unloading zone in front of Pier 52. Please be aware there is also a bus zone, and drivers should remain with their vehicle. Parking is also available at the Commuter Center Garage, and two surface lots are available at 811 and 814 Western Ave (across Alaskan Way from the Terminal). Daily and monthly rates are available, at (206) 284-6303 ext. 205.

Seattle Pier 50 Commuter Trains
Amtrak is located at 3rd and King St., 303 S. Jackson Street Seattle, WA 98104 206-382-4125 or 1-800-USA-RAIL Amtrak.
The train station is approximately 7 blocks from the ferry terminal and is within walking distance.
There are other options to get between the ferry terminal and the train station. The first option is to take a taxi, they are located in front of the ferry terminal or across the street and are readily available.

The Waterfront Streetcar is on hiatus for two (2) years while a new barn is built at Occidental Square. Route 99 bus service has replaced the streetcar and include more frequent peak time service, fare free service, better connections to Sounder rail and ferry and the ability to load bikes. These buses are easily found because they are specially wrapped to look like the streetcar. Please check Route 99 for schedules.

If you have questions about the streetcars or how to connect with Metro buses, call Metro Rider Information at 206-553-3000, TTY users call 206-684-1739, online at Trip Planner. For the scheduled departure times of regular bus service at bus stops, call Bus Time (automated schedule information) at 206-287-8463.

Taxis at Seattle Pier 50
Taxicabs are located in front of the ferry terminal or across the street and are readily available.

Directions to Seattle Pier 50 from SeaTac Airport
Driving from SeaTac Airport to the Seattle Ferry Terminal, departing Baggage Claim area, follow signs for I-5. The road curves to the left and proceeds out of the airport. After about 1 mile take the right hand exit, again toward I-5. Proceed about 1.5 miles; the entrance to I-5 north will be on your left. Seattle Ferry terminal is exit 164B, about 30 minutes driving north, this is the 4th Ave. and Safeco field exit. The off ramp goes to 4th Ave. Take a right onto 4th, then go one block to Royal Brougham. Turn right and head for 4-5 blocks (driving between Safeco field and the new Seahawk stadium) to Alaskan Way on the waterfront. Take another right on to Alaska Way. The terminal is about 1.2 miles north. Look for overhead signage. There is a special left hand turn lane specifically for vehicle traffic into the toll plaza. NO DROP OFF at the toll plaza. It is strictly for vehicles and occupants boarding the ferry.

Seattle Pier 50 Food Service Information
Currently there is no food service at Pier 50 or on the vessel. There are many types of restaurants, cafes, sandwich shops and of course, coffee shops within walking distance of the ferry terminal. Pier 52 also has a food court.

Additional Info for Seattle Pier 50
King County Ferry District began operating the Vashon/Seattle Passenger only service on Monday, September 28. For new schedule and fare information, visit their website at:King County Ferry