How to get from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle by light rail and train?

From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle by light rail and train

To get from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle in Seattle, take the 1 LINE light rail from Seatac/Airport Station station to Westlake Station station. Next, take the MONORAIL train from Westlake Station station to Seattle Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The light rail and train schedule from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Space Needle on the Moovit app.

59min$5.00
Light Rail - 1 LINE
1 LINE
Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
Walk to Space Needle
Leaves from Seatac/Airport Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
  • 2
    Light Rail - 1 LINE1 LINE
    Wait for light rail
    1 LINE
    Lynnwood City Center
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Westlake Station
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - MONORAILMONORAIL
    Wait for train
    MONORAIL
    Seattle Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Seattle Center
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Space Needle
    Walk to
    Space Needle
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle

The distance between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle and Space Needle, Seattle is approximately 16.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle

To check the light rail and train schedule from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Seattle-Tacoma International Airport) and destination (Space Needle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Light Rail line 1 LINE, Train line MONORAIL.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Space Needle?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle?

    The 1 LINE light rail line goes from Westlake Station near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Seatac to Seattle Center station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Seattle Center station near Space Needle in Seattle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Seatac and Space Needle in Seattle by light rail and train is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to get to Space Needle?

    Get on the 1 LINE light rail from the Westlake Station near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Seatac.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Space Needle?

    Get off the light rail at the Seattle Center station, which is closest to Space Needle in Seattle.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle?

    The ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Space Needle costs $5.00.

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