Seattle hotels and cruise port transportation 2026 what to know before you book cadillac escalade

All Black Limo runs Seattle cruise port transfers the way an airline runs flights. Three scheduled departure windows. A 24-hour text check-in the day before. A vehicle assigned at booking. Bags confirmed before the run. No surprises on embarkation morning. Flat-rate from $129 , from your Seattle hotel to Pier 66 or Pier 91. Here is how the system works and everything you need to know before you book.

How We Operate: Think Airline, Not Taxi

Most people think of car service the way they think of a taxi , call when ready, vehicle arrives. All Black Limo works differently. We are the last mile between your hotel and the ship, and we operate like the airline that got you to Seattle: scheduled windows, confirmed seats, and a check-in process the day before your departure.

When you book, your vehicle is assigned based on your passenger count. The day before your sailing, we send you a text message to confirm your bag count , how many checked bags and how many carry-ons. That confirmation finalizes whether the vehicle assigned at booking is the right one for your actual load. If the bag count requires a larger vehicle, we adjust before your driver leaves. Not at your hotel door on embarkation morning.

24-hour text check-in , what to expect: The day before your sailing, you will receive a text from All Black Limo. Reply with your total checked bags and carry-ons. This is your check-in. It takes two minutes and prevents the most common embarkation morning problem we see.

A black Cadillac Escalade SUV is parked by a dock with a large cruise ship in the background at sunset.

The Rule Everyone Gets Wrong: Bags Decide the Vehicle

Passenger count tells us the minimum vehicle size. Bag count tells us the actual vehicle size. These are not the same number.

A group of six called us at 8:45am on a Saturday in July. They had booked elsewhere. When the other driver arrived and saw six passengers, six large checked bags, carry-ons, and a box of wine, the driver canceled on the spot. We dispatched a Minibus and made it work , but 8:45am on a peak Saturday is not when you want to solve this problem.

The sedan holds 2 passengers and 2 bags. The Multi Passenger Vehicle holds up to 5 passengers and 5 bags. The Minibus holds up to 13 passengers and 13 bags. If your bag count pushes you to the next tier, book the larger vehicle at booking. We may not be able to accommodate a last-minute upgrade on embarkation morning.

Three Departure Windows , Pick the Right One

All Black Limo runs three departure windows every embarkation morning: 7:30am, 9am, and 10:30am. Each vehicle completes three runs per day around these windows. Pick the window that matches your boarding time , not the earliest one available.

The 7:30am run is for early check-in passengers. The 9am run is the most common choice for couples and small groups. The 10:30am run is for later boarding windows and afternoon sailings. If your departure is in the afternoon, book 10:30am.

Group rule for multiple flights: If your travel group is arriving on different flights from different cities, book the latest arrival time. Do not book the earliest window and expect latecomers to catch up. Everyone in your vehicle group needs to be ready at the same time. The ship does not wait , and neither does the 7:30am run.

Stick to your original booking window. Changing departure time after the 24-hour text check-in creates problems we may not be able to solve.

Book When You Book Your Cruise

The rule of thumb at All Black Limo: book your transportation when you book the cruise. We run limited vehicles. Peak Alaska cruise season runs from April through October, with the heaviest Saturdays in May through September. Earlier bookings access the best available vehicles at the base rate. The closer to embarkation day, the narrower the options.

Book at least two months ahead for peak season Saturday sailings. For off-peak and weekday sailings, four weeks is sufficient. Call (206) 672-8281 or book at as soon as your cruise is confirmed.

2026 Seattle Cruise Schedule , Pier 66 and Pier 91

Find your sailing below. Confirm your terminal , Pier 66 (Bell Street, downtown waterfront) or Pier 91 (Smith Cove, Magnolia) , before booking transportation. Source: Port of Seattle. Schedule subject to change.

DATE VESSEL PIER CRUISE LINE
APRIL 2026
Fri Apr 17 Norwegian Jade* 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sun Apr 19 Noordam 91 Holland America Line
Sat Apr 25 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Apr 25 Eurodam 91 Holland America Line
Sun Apr 26 Noordam 91 Holland America Line
Mon Apr 27 Carnival Miracle 91 Carnival Cruise Line
Tue Apr 28 Carnival Spirit 91 Carnival Cruise Line
Wed Apr 29 Volendam* 66 Holland America Line
Thur Apr 30 Ruby Princess* 91 Princess Cruises
MAY 2026
Sat May 2 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat May 2 Eurodam 91 Holland America Line
Sun May 3 Norwegian Encore 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sun May 3 Noordam 91 Holland America Line
Sun May 3 Star Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Mon May 4 Queen Elizabeth 91 Cunard Line
Tue May 5 Carnival Spirit 91 Carnival Cruise Line
Wed May 6 Star Seeker 66 Windstar Cruises
Thur May 7 Carnival Miracle 91 Carnival Cruise Line
Fri May 8 Voyager of the Seas 91 Royal Caribbean
Sat May 9 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat May 9 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sun May 10 Norwegian Encore 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sun May 10 Noordam 91 Holland America Line
Sun May 10 Star Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat May 16 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat May 16 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat May 23 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat May 23 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat May 30 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat May 30 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
JUNE 2026
Sat Jun 6 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jun 6 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jun 13 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jun 13 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jun 20 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jun 20 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jun 27 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jun 27 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
JULY 2026
Sat Jul 4 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jul 4 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jul 11 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jul 11 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jul 18 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jul 18 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Jul 25 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Jul 25 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
AUGUST 2026
Sat Aug 1 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Aug 1 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Aug 8 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Aug 8 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Aug 15 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Aug 15 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Aug 22 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Aug 22 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Aug 29 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Aug 29 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
SEPTEMBER 2026
Sat Sep 5 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Sep 5 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Sep 12 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Sep 12 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Sep 19 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Sep 19 Royal Princess 91 Princess Cruises
Sat Sep 26 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Sep 26 Carnival Miracle 91 Carnival Cruise Line
OCTOBER 2026
Sat Oct 3 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
Sat Oct 3 Eurodam 91 Holland America Line
Sat Oct 10 Norwegian Bliss 66 Norwegian Cruise Line
  • In-transit port of call. Schedule subject to change. Source: Port of Seattle , 2026 Cruise Schedule PDF. Full schedule includes all daily sailings. Saturday peak sailings shown above. Call (206) 672-8281 to confirm your sailing date.

Book when you book your cruise. Count your bags before you call. Reply to the 24-hour text. Stick to your departure window. We are the last mile , and we run it the same way every time.

Book your Seattle cruise terminal transfer at allblacklimoseattle.com or call (206) 672-8281.

  • In-transit port of call. Schedule subject to change. Source: Port of Seattle , 2026 Cruise Schedule PDF. Full schedule includes all daily sailings. Saturday peak sailings shown above. Call (206) 672-8281 to confirm your sailing date.

Book when you book your cruise. Count your bags before you call. Reply to the 24-hour text. Stick to your departure window. We are the last mile , and we run it the same way every time.

Book your Seattle cruise terminal transfer at allblacklimoseattle.com or call (206) 672-8281.

A comparison chart showing the benefits of private car services versus other transportation options for Seattle cruises.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the 24-hour text check-in work?

The day before your sailing, All Black Limo sends you a text message. Reply with your total checked bag count and carry-on count. That confirms whether the vehicle assigned at booking is right for your actual load. If a larger vehicle is needed, we adjust before your driver departs. This is your check-in , same concept as an airline, two-minute reply.

What departure times does All Black Limo offer to Seattle cruise terminals?

Three windows: 7:30am, 9am, and 10:30am. Each vehicle runs three cruise runs per day around these windows. Book the window that matches your boarding time. If your sailing is in the afternoon, book 10:30am. Do not book the earliest window and leave later.

My group is arriving on different flights. Which departure window should I book?

Book the latest arrival time in your group. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be ready at the same pickup time. Do not book the earliest window and expect a late arrival to catch up. Book for the last person to land.

How much does cruise port car service cost in Seattle?

Sedan $129 (up to 2 passengers, 2 bags). Multi Passenger Vehicle $159 (up to 5 passengers, 5 bags). Minibus $299 (up to 13 passengers, 13 bags). Flat rate for the full vehicle. Earlier bookings access the best available vehicles at the base rate.

When should I book?

When you book your cruise. Book at least two months ahead for peak season Saturday sailings (May through September). Limited vehicles available. Earlier bookings save money.

Which terminal does my cruise depart from?

Check your cruise confirmation documents. Pier 66 (Bell Street, 2225 Alaskan Way) serves Norwegian, Oceania, Cunard, and smaller lines. Pier 91 (Smith Cove, 2001 W Garfield St) serves Princess, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Holland America, MSC, and Virgin Voyages. Always confirm before booking.

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