New Bellevue Cruise Shuttle Connects Travelers to Seattle Cruise Terminals

Visit Bellevue has debuted the new Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle, an expanded regional tourism transportation program that now offers direct service between Bellevue and Seattle cruise terminals, expanding options for pre- and post-cruise stays and giving travelers a convenient way to begin and end their cruise vacation in Bellevue.

Developed in partnership with Eagle Towncar Service/Eagle Shuttle Service, the Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle builds on the success of the Bellevue Airport Shuttle, which launched in December 2024 through a partnership between Visit Bellevue, Eagle Towncar Service, and the Port of Seattle. The original service created a direct connection between Bellevue and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), offering hourly transportation from Bellevue hotels to the airport with fares starting at $30.

The expanded program now connects travelers to both SEA Airport and Seattle cruise terminals through a single transportation network designed to simplify travel throughout the Puget Sound region. The Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle offers direct transportation from participating Bellevue hotel pickup locations to Seattle cruise terminals, with one-way fares starting at $30. Travelers do not need to be guests at participating hotels to use the service, and reservations can be made online.  

"Bellevue’s new cruise shuttle arrives as more travelers are choosing to arrive early, stay longer, and explore the Pacific Northwest before and after their voyage," said Brad Jones, Executive Director, Visit Bellevue. "Bellevue offers everything travelers are looking for: exceptional hotels, vibrant dining, world-class shopping, and convenient access to both SEA Airport and Seattle's cruise terminals. The Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle is part of a broader vision to enhance Bellevue as a premiere destination to begin and end a Pacific Northwest cruise vacation." 

Photo courtesy of Eagle TownCar Service.

Bellevue’s Hotels Create Cruise Travel Packages 

Bellevue's hospitality community has also embraced the growing cruise travel market through new amenities and packages designed specifically for cruise guests. 

• Hyatt Regency Bellevue recently added the Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle as a bookable guest amenity, making transportation to Seattle cruise terminals even more convenient for visitors. 

• Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Bellevue/Downtown now offers a Park & Cruise package, providing travelers with an easy option for parking and overnight accommodations before embarking on their cruise. 

• Additional cruise-focused offerings from W Bellevue, Westin Bellevue, and other Bellevue hotels will soon be available on their websites.  

Together, these partnerships reflect Bellevue's growing role in the Seattle cruise ecosystem and provide travelers with greater flexibility when planning their journey from arrival to embarkation.

For travelers seeking a more customized transportation experience, private transportation services are also available. Reservations can be found online for the Bellevue Airport & Cruise Shuttle. 

Courtesy of Groups Today.

Main photo courtesy of Visit Bellevue.