Ground Transport
Flying in to town or not bringing your own car? Whatcom County offers a variety of transportation options to help you get where you need to go! Explore all the options below.
Before traveling, make sure to check our Travel Advisory page for updates about road closures. We also have information about crossing the US/Canada border.
- The Bellair Airport Shuttle offers convenient service to and and from SeaTac Airport, the Washington State Ferry dock at Anacortes, and several other destinations along the I-5 corridor. Charter buses are also available from this operator.
- Quick Shuttle operates daily service between Vancouver B.C., Bellingham International Airport, and Seattle. Riders enjoy multiple pick-up and drop-off locations, free high speed Wi-Fi, and power at every seat.
- The Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) is our local bus system with more than 30 routes linking communities throughout the county. Hop on a bus to explore every angle of Bellingham and explore more of surrounding Whatcom County by catching a ride to Ferndale, Lynden, or the Mt. Baker Foothills.
- Not just a train service, Amtrak Cascades also offers connecting buses between Bellingham and Seattle throughout the day. Pick up/drop off is at Fairhaven Station (401 Harris Ave.)
- Greyhound departs from 401 Harris Ave. to downtown Seattle and Vancouver, B.C.
- FlixBus offers routes between Bellingham, Seattle, and Vancouver, B.C. In Bellingham, the bus picks up and leaves from either the Bellingham Bus Station (401 Harris Ave.) or at the WWU Performing Arts Center (516 High St.).
Amtrak Cascades connects Bellingham with Everett, Seattle, Portland, OR and Eugene, OR to the south, as well as Vancouver, B.C. to the north.
Amtrak is locally based at the Fairhaven Station (I-5 Exit 250), 401 Harris Ave. Tickets and pricing information at: (800) USA-RAIL or (360) 734-8851.
See exactly what it is like arriving in Bellingham on a train in this video.
Private Transportation Services
Seattle ELITE Town Car offers luxury transportation between Seattle and Bellingham and more locations with professional chauffeurs in their fleet of sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans.
Experience private, door-to-door service to Bellingham Airport, cruise terminals, hotels, and homes!
Find more details here.
Executive Car Service is a premier provider of luxury transportation services across Washington State, with a focus on the Greater Seattle area.
Specializing in airport transfers, corporate travel, weddings, proms, and special events, they feature a fleet of well-maintained vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, stretch limousines, Sprinter vans, and luxury coaches.
Find more details here.
Uber & Lyft
- Uber is available throughout Bellingham. Service is not available to or from Bellingham International Airport, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, or Fairhaven Station.
- Lyft is also available throughout Bellingham. Service is available for pick up and drop off at Bellingham International Airport, Fairhaven Station, and the Bellingham Cruise Terminal.
Taxis
- Cab service is available throughout Bellingham, as well as between Bellingham and Seattle or Vancouver, B.C.
Rental Cars
- Rental cars in Bellingham are available through Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz, with access at Bellingham International Airport.
- Throughout neighborhoods like Downtown Bellingham and Fairhaven Village, paid parking is enforced Monday through Saturday (including holidays) from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Use the PaybyPhone app to pay for parking with ease. There are also easy-to-use pay stations, meters, and privately owned parking options. Find more details from The City of Bellingham.
- Flying out of Bellingham International Airport? Find long term parking options here. There are also hotels that offer Park and Fly hotel packages.
EV Charging Stations
Driving or renting an electric vehicle?
With more than 200 electric vehicle charging stations throughout the area, it's easy to stay charged no matter where you're going.
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