Quick Flight Summary from Tainan to Seattle
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Transportation to Airport from Tainan City Center
Tainan Airport
Although the use of taxi is very common in Tainan city, the buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles, are frequently preferred by tourists. You can also use the transfer services or car rental companies to reach the Tainan Airport, which is 36 kilometers away from the city center. Transportation is pretty easy with buses and taxis.
Train and Taxi
There are suburban trains that provide transportation services within the city of Tainan. If you are near Balin Station, it may not be that easy or economical to reach the Tainan Airport by taxi or bus. Therefore, you can take the suburban train which runs directly from Balin Station to Tainan Train Station. Then, you can take a taxi from Tainan Train Station and reach the Tainan Airport within 7-8 minutes.
Bus
Buses that are widely preferred throughout Taiwan can be used for direct access to the Tainan Airport from the city of Tainan. You can easily reach the airport from the city center within 40-45 minutes by taking the bus. Bus tickets can be obtained from ticket vending machines or from tourist information offices. Because fee tariffs are standard, you are required to pay 18 Taiwan Dollars as of 2016 for the bus which will take you to the airport. This fee can be reduced to 9 Taiwan Dollars as long as you benefit from various discounts.
Taxi
The first thing, which will draw one’s attention easily in the city of Tainan, is probably the high level of taxi use. Public transportation vehicles are also advanced as much as taxis, but everyone in a hurry prefers to take a taxi. Likewise, if you are in a hurry to catch your flight or if you don't want to waste a lot of time on the road, taxis can be the best alternative for your transportation. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the Tainan Airport from Tainan city center by taxi, and the cost you will pay is approximately 90-110 Taiwan Dollars.
Car Rental
If you plan to rent a vehicle to reach the Tainan Airport from the Tainan city center, you have to decide to do it at least one day before your flight. Because especially foreign car rental companies do not have an hourly car rental procedure, you need to rent a car for the whole day. You can rent your vehicle in a very short time as long as you have your pre-booking document and international driving license. It is possible to reach the Tainan Airport within about 20-25 minutes.
Airport Information
Tainan Airport is located in Tainan city, on the south of Taiwan, and about 36 km far from the city center. And the airport has been providing transportation services since the year 1949. The airport has increased its facilities at the same level since it gained its international status. In addition to the grocery and shopping stores where you can enjoy while waiting for your flight, there are also several eating and drinking areas such as cafes and restaurants. There are also other services that you can benefit from, such as VIP lounges, lounges, free internet access, currency exchange etc.
Transportation to Seattle City Center from Airport
Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport
Neighboring Canada, the seaport city of Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington and a major city in the U.S. The city gets its name from an ancient Native American chief and its official nickname is Emerald City due to its lush greenery and beautiful nature.
The city of Seattle is served by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a major airport that handled over 42 million passengers in 2015. Also referred to as Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is used as a major transfer airport due to its proximity to Canada. Located about 24 km from the city, there are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport that are both quick and easy. The Link Light Rail system provides transportation between Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle, which takes about 40 minutes. Other transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport include taxis, shuttle services, and rental cars.
Link Light Rail
The Link Light Rail system is the most commonly used means of public transportation in Seattle. These light rail trains are a great transportation alternative to get to the city center from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These trains provide transportation directly from the airport to downtown Seattle. The Link Light Rail is accessibly from the parking lot, on level 4. Trains operate every 7.5 to 15 minutes and take about 40 minutes to get to the city center from the airport. Monday to Saturday the Link Light Rail operates from 5 am to 1 am and on Sundays it operates from 6 am to midnight. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the station with cash or credit card.
Bicycle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features various bicycle resources for passengers who want to travel to and from the airport by bike. The airport features bicycle assembly stations, bicycle parking areas, and long-term storage areas. There are over 50 bicycle rental stations located in the city that are a part of the city’s bike share system. Fees start at 8 USD. You can get to the city center from the airport by following the special bike paths and shared roadways.
Hotel Shuttle Services
Many hotels located in Seattle provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance. We recommend making a reservation for this service. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi. Depending on your destination in the city it can take about 20 minutes to get to downtown Seattle from the airport.
Taxi
Taxis are a very convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Taxis are easily accessible from the taxi stands that are located on the 3rd floor of the parking lot. A taxi to the city center from the airport costs 50 USD on average and takes 20 minutes if there’s no traffic. The fare and duration will vary depending on your final destination in the city.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another way to get to the city center from the airport. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies at the airport are located at the Rental Car Facility. Shuttle buses depart from the terminal exits and provide transportation to the Rental Car Facility. Depending on the traffic it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar Car Rental, Enterprise, Firefly, Hertz, National, Payless, and Sixt.
Shuttle
There are various shared ride van and scheduled airporter services that provide transportation from Sea-Tac Airport to the city center. Each company has specific drop off and pick up locations. For more information on shuttle services to the city, shuttle operators and fares please visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s website.
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