We run cruise transfers from Pier 91 and Pier 66 every embarkation season. All Black Limo is a 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice winner, BBB A+ rated, and 5-star rated on Google across 40,000+ completed trips since 2014. Sedan $129. Multi Passenger Vehicle $159. Minibus $299. Here is what we tell every client before booking: a verified transfer means four things are confirmed before you leave the hotel , your driver by name, your vehicle by make and plate, your pickup time and location, and your rate. Three departure windows every embarkation morning , 7:30am, 9am, and 10:30am. The day before your sailing, we text you. You reply with your bag count. That is your check-in.
TL;DR
All Black Limo is a 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice winner,
BBB A+ rated, and 5-star rated on Google.
Key Takeaway: The difference between a stressful embarkation morning and a smooth one is almost always logistics. A confirmed vehicle, a confirmed driver, and a confirmed rate , set up before embarkation day , removes the variables that cause problems at Pier 91 and Pier 66.
What Does a Verified Cruise Transfer Actually Mean?
We use the word "verified" deliberately. When a client books with All Black Limo, five things are confirmed before their driver leaves the lot.
First, your driver is assigned by name. The night before your sailing, we send a group text that includes your driver's name, a photo of the vehicle, and the license plate. You know who is coming before your alarm goes off.
Second, your vehicle is confirmed to fit your actual load. This is the step most companies skip. Passenger count tells us the minimum vehicle size. Bag count tells us the actual vehicle size. A family of four with six checked bags, four carry-ons, and a stroller does not fit in a sedan. We confirm the right vehicle during the booking follow-up , not at the hotel door on embarkation morning.
Third, your rate is locked. The price we quote is the price you pay. No surge pricing during the run. No meter adjustments at the terminal. No surprises on a Saturday morning when three cruise ships are departing from the same port.
Fourth, your pickup location is specific. We tell you exactly where to stand and what to look for. At Pier 91 and Pier 66, "curbside" is not a precise enough instruction when hundreds of passengers are moving at the same time. Your driver knows the staging lane. You know the meeting point.
Fifth, your pickup timing is calculated for your address. Downtown Seattle to Pier 91 at 6am is a different run than Gig Harbor to Pier 66 at 7:30am. We build departure time from your specific address, not a general estimate.
Why We Ask for Your Bag Count Before Every Cruise Transfer
This is the question we get most often from first-time clients: why does bag count matter if I already told you how many people are in my group? In 40,000+ completed trips, the bag count conversation has saved more cruise mornings than any other part of our process.
Here is the answer from our operations team. We have seen a group of six passengers show up with nine checked bags, four carry-ons, a walker, and a folding wheelchair. That group needed a Minibus. They had booked a Multi Passenger Vehicle because they counted people, not luggage.
The day before your sailing, we send a text. Reply with two numbers , checked bags and carry-ons. That reply is your check-in. It takes 60 seconds. If your bag count has changed since you booked, we adjust the vehicle before your driver leaves , not when your driver is already at the hotel and the vehicle is too small.
For cruise groups, this matters more than almost any other type of transfer we run. Cruises mean full luggage. Every passenger tends to travel with a full checked bag. Book the vehicle that fits your bags, not just your headcount.
Which Cruise Terminal Do You Need , Pier 91 or Pier 66?
This is the first thing we confirm at booking. The two terminals are on opposite ends of Seattle with different traffic patterns, different access roads, and different staging areas. Arriving at the wrong terminal is not a fixable mistake on embarkation morning.
Pier 91 , Smith Cove Cruise Terminal, 2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119. Serves Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, and Virgin Voyages. Located in the Magnolia neighborhood, approximately 3 to 4 miles from downtown Seattle hotels.
Pier 66 , Bell Street Cruise Terminal, 2225 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121. Serves Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Cunard Line, Windstar Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas. Located on the downtown waterfront, 0.5 to 2 miles from most downtown hotels.
Check your cruise confirmation documents before booking transportation. Terminal assignments can change. We confirm your terminal at booking and again in the night-before text.
Staff note on terminal confusion: In peak season we run pickups at both terminals on the same morning. The most common call we get on embarkation day , usually around 8am , is from a passenger who went to the wrong pier. It happens every season. Confirm your terminal in your cruise documents before you book transportation, not after you arrive at the waterfront.
How Our Three Departure Windows Work
We run three scheduled departure windows every embarkation morning: 7:30am, 9am, and 10:30am. Each vehicle completes three cruise runs per day built around these windows. This is not a suggestion , it is a schedule. We plan staffing, routes, and vehicle positioning around these three windows.
The 7:30am window is for early boarding groups and passengers with early flights on disembarkation day. The 9am window is our most common choice for couples and small families. The 10:30am window is for later boarding times and afternoon sailings.
If your group is arriving on different flights, book the window that matches the latest arrival. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be ready at the same pickup time. We cannot hold a 7:30am run for a passenger whose flight lands at 8:15am.
Stick to the window you booked. If your plans change, call us as early as possible. Switching departure windows after the 24-hour check-in creates staging problems we may not be able to solve.
When Should You Book a Seattle Cruise Transfer?
Our standard answer: book when you book your cruise. Not a week before. Not when you book your hotel. When you book the cruise.
We run limited vehicles. Alaska cruise season at Pier 91 and Pier 66 runs April through October. The heaviest Saturdays are May through September. During peak season, multiple sailings leave on the same Saturday morning. When that happens, every cruise family in Seattle is looking for transportation at the same time.
For peak season Saturday sailings, book at least two months ahead. For off-peak and weekday sailings, four weeks is usually enough. Same-day availability may exist , call (206) 672-8281 to check , but we cannot guarantee vehicle size or departure window for late bookings.
Earlier bookings also access the best available vehicles at the base rate. We do not increase prices as embarkation day approaches, but vehicle availability narrows. A Minibus booked two months out is easier to guarantee than a Minibus booked two days out.
What to Check Before Getting Into Any Cruise Transfer Vehicle
This section applies whether you book with us or with any other provider. Pier 91 and Pier 66 are busy terminals on cruise days. In 2024, KOMO News reported complaints from local drivers about unauthorized operators approaching cruise passengers outside normal pickup procedures at Seattle terminals. All Black Limo's 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice award, BBB A+ rating, and 5-star Google rating reflect 11 years of consistent, verified service on this route. That is not the majority of what happens at the pier , but it is a reason to verify your ride before you get in.
Before entering any vehicle at a Seattle cruise terminal, confirm five things.
Company name. If you booked All Black Limo, the driver should know your reservation by name. Any legitimate pre-booked provider should be able to confirm your trip details before you get in.
Driver name. All Black Limo sends your driver's name in the night-before group text. If the driver's name does not match what we sent, call dispatch before getting in.
Vehicle make and license plate. The night-before text includes a photo of the vehicle and the plate number. Match both before loading luggage.
Pickup location. Our drivers stage in the designated pickup lane, not at a random curb. If someone approaches you outside the normal pickup area, ask for their company name and booking confirmation before you move.
Price. Our rates are confirmed at booking and do not change at pickup. If a driver quotes a price that does not match your confirmation, call dispatch.
The Port of Seattle's Pier 91 terminal page and Pier 66 terminal page include official pickup area maps and transportation guidance for cruise passengers.
All Black Limo Cruise Transfer Pricing
All rates are flat for the first 18 miles, then per mile after. Most Seattle hotel to Pier 91 and Pier 66 runs fall within the flat-rate window.
Sedan , $129 flat, first 18 miles, then $2.50 per mile. Holds 2 passengers and 2 bags.
Multi Passenger Vehicle , $159 flat, first 18 miles, then $3.50 per mile. Holds up to 5 passengers and 5 bags.
Minibus , $299 flat, first 18 miles, then $6.00 per mile. Holds up to 13 passengers and 13 bags.
Prime time surcharge of $20 applies for the full vehicle between 10pm and 7am. Rate confirmed at booking. No changes at pickup.
For Gig Harbor, Fox Island, Tacoma, and South Sound addresses , all standard pickup locations for us , the distance extends past 18 miles and the per-mile rate applies to the additional distance. Call (206) 672-8281 for a confirmed rate from your specific address.
Book your verified Seattle cruise transfer at allblacklimoseattle.com or call (206) 672-8281. All Black Limo is a 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice winner, BBB A+ rated, and 5-star rated on Google. Tell us your sailing date, terminal, passenger count, and bag count. We confirm the right vehicle and departure window before the booking is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a verified cruise transfer from Pier 91 or Pier 66 in Seattle?
Call (206) 672-8281 or book at allblacklimoseattle.com. Provide your sailing date, terminal (Pier 91 or Pier 66), passenger count, bag count, and pickup address. All Black Limo confirms your driver, vehicle, rate, and departure window before the booking is complete. The night before your sailing, you receive a group text with your driver's name, vehicle photo, and license plate.
How much does a cruise transfer from Seattle cost?
Sedan $129 flat for the first 18 miles, then $2.50 per mile. Multi Passenger Vehicle $159, then $3.50 per mile. Minibus $299, then $6.00 per mile. Rate is for the full vehicle , not per person. Prime time surcharge of $20 between 10pm and 7am. Rate confirmed at booking and does not change at pickup.
Which cruise terminal do I need , Pier 91 or Pier 66?
Pier 91 (Smith Cove) serves Princess, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Holland America, MSC, and Virgin Voyages. Pier 66 (Bell Street) serves Norwegian, Oceania, Cunard, Windstar, and Regent Seven Seas. Check your cruise confirmation documents. All Black Limo confirms your terminal at booking and again in the night-before text.
What are the departure windows for All Black Limo cruise transfers?
Three windows every embarkation morning: 7:30am, 9am, and 10:30am. Book the window that matches your boarding time. If your group is arriving on multiple flights, book the window that matches the latest arrival.
When should I book a Seattle cruise transfer?
Book when you book your cruise. For peak season Saturday sailings from May through September, book at least two months ahead. Earlier bookings access better vehicle availability at the base rate. Same-day availability may exist , call (206) 672-8281 directly.
Why does All Black Limo ask for bag count before the transfer?
Passenger count tells us the minimum vehicle size. Bag count tells us the actual vehicle size. The day before your sailing, we send a text , reply with your checked bag count and carry-on count. If your bag count requires a larger vehicle, we adjust before your driver departs.
Does All Black Limo serve Gig Harbor, Tacoma, and Bellevue for cruise transfers?
Yes. All Black Limo is headquartered in Gig Harbor with a King County location in Tukwila. Gig Harbor, Fox Island, Tacoma, Bellevue, Kirkland, and all Greater Puget Sound addresses are standard cruise transfer pickups at the same flat-rate pricing structure.
What should I check before getting into a cruise transfer vehicle at the terminal?
Confirm the company name, driver name, vehicle make and plate, pickup location, and price before loading luggage. All Black Limo sends a vehicle photo and plate number in the night-before group text. If any detail does not match, call dispatch before getting in.
If you want a direct, no-drama way to book your Seattle cruise transfer, All Black Limo LLC offers online booking at the reservation portal, or you can call 206 672 8281. For rides within 12 hours, call to confirm availability. You can also email reservations@allblacklimoseattle.com if you want help matching the right vehicle to your group and luggage.
