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ORCA cards are available at hundreds of locations across the Puget Sound Region, including vending machines, retail stores, and customer service locations. You can also purchase ORCA cards online or on the myORCA mobile app and receive them by mail. If you're flying into Sea-Tac International Airport, you can purchase ORCA cards from the vending machines located in the Sea-Tac light rail station. The station is about a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal through the parking garage on Level 4.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| ORCA card purchase location | SeaTac/Airport Link station |
| Distance from airport terminal | 5-10 minute walk |
| Floor | Mezzanine level |
| Direction | Below the train platforms |
| Payment methods | Cash, credit card |
| Alternatives | Transit Go app, Regional Day Passes, PugetPass, Monthly passes, Annual passes |
| Card types | Adult, Senior (65+), Youth (6-18), ORCA LIFT, Disabled |
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ORCA cards can be purchased at the SeaTac/Airport Link station
ORCA cards are available at hundreds of locations across the Puget Sound Region, including vending machines, retail stores, and customer service locations. ORCA cards can be purchased at the SeaTac/Airport Link station, which is about a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal through the parking garage on Level 4. There are five ORCA TVMs on the mezzanine level below the train platforms.
ORCA cards are available for purchase in the vending machines located in the Sea-Tac light rail station. You can also buy a card online in advance and have it mailed to you. The machines accept credit cards, and you can also pay with cash.
The ORCA card is the easiest way to pay your transit fares in the Puget Sound region. After loading your ORCA card with E-purse (electronic purse) funds and/or a monthly pass, you’re ready to ride! The ORCA card will automatically track paid fares and transfers, so you don't have to. You can use the ORCA card to transfer between systems without having to re-pay each time.
Regional day passes can be purchased at ORCA vending machines, online at myORCA.com, or via the MyORCA app for iPhone or Android. Day passes are accepted for regular service on public buses, trains, streetcars, and water taxis throughout the Central Puget Sound region.
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Cards can be bought from ticket vending machines
ORCA cards are available at hundreds of locations across the Puget Sound Region, including vending machines, retail stores, and customer service locations. Cards can be bought from ticket vending machines at the light rail station at Sea-Tac International Airport. There are five ORCA TVMs on the mezzanine level below the train platforms. The station is about a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal through the parking garage on Level 4.
ORCA cards are the easiest way to pay your transit fares in the Puget Sound region. After loading your ORCA card with E-purse (electronic purse) funds and/or a monthly pass, you’re ready to ride. The ORCA card will automatically track paid fares and transfers, so you don't have to. Cards can be bought online or on the myORCA mobile app and received by mail. Regional day passes can be purchased at ORCA vending machines, online at myORCA.com, or via the MyORCA app for iPhone or Android.
The ORCA card also lets you transfer between systems: ST Light Rail, ST Express Buses, Metro Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Water Taxis, Seattle Streetcars, and the Monorail, without which you'd have to re-pay each time. If visiting, Regional Day Passes ($8) cover fare expenditures up to $3.50, which should be added for each full day you're planning to use light rail (up to $3.50), a Water Taxi ($5), and/or the Monorail ($3). (Add money to the e-purse to cover fares over $3.50).
If you plan to frequently travel on more than one transit agency per month, for example, riding a Community Transit bus to Lynnwood City Center Station and then riding Sound Transit Link Light Rail to Downtown Seattle, the all-agency regional pass, called the PugetPass, is the best choice. Since the one-way fare for a Community Transit bus is $2.50 and Link rides are $3.00, you would purchase the $3.00 PugetPass for $108. Doing the math, $108 divided by $3.00 is 36 trips, so if you plan to ride more than 36 times in a month, this pass will save you money. The pass will also work on any other trip in the regional system with a fare of less than $3.00, for example, a ride on a King County Metro bus or an Everett Transit bus.
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The station is a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal
If you're looking to purchase an ORCA card at SeaTac Airport, you're in luck! The SeaTac/Airport Link station is a quick 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal through the parking garage on Level 4. Just follow the signs to get there.
Once you're at the station, head to the mezzanine level below the train platforms, where you'll find five ORCA ticket vending machines (TVMs). These machines accept credit cards, so you can purchase your card easily.
The ORCA card is a great way to navigate Seattle's public transit system. It allows you to transfer seamlessly between various systems, including ST Light Rail, ST Express Buses, Metro Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Water Taxis, Seattle Streetcars, and the Monorail. With the ORCA card, you can avoid repaying each time you transfer between these systems.
If you're a visitor to Seattle, consider purchasing a Regional Day Pass for $8. This pass covers fare expenditures up to $3.50 per day, which should be added for each full day you plan to use the light rail, water taxi, or monorail. For fares exceeding $3.50, you can add money to your ORCA card's e-purse to cover the difference.
Additionally, if you plan to use multiple transit agencies during your stay, consider the PugetPass. This all-agency regional pass offers unlimited rides for a calendar month, with a certain fare value. For example, if you'll be riding both the Community Transit bus and the Sound Transit Link Light Rail, the PugetPass will save you money if you plan to ride more than 36 times in a month.
Remember, if you prefer not to walk to the Link station, you can always ride the light rail from the airport to your destination and purchase your ORCA card at your convenience. Alternatively, you can buy the card online in advance and have it mailed to you, or use the Transit Go app on your phone for ticket purchases.
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Cards can be purchased online and mailed to you
ORCA cards are available at hundreds of locations across the Puget Sound Region, including vending machines, retail stores, and customer service locations. You can purchase ORCA cards at the SeaTac/Airport Link station, which is about a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal. There are five ORCA TVMs on the mezzanine level below the train platforms.
If you would like to purchase an ORCA card online and have it mailed to you, you can do so by visiting the myORCA website or using the myORCA mobile app. You can also apply for an ORCA LIFT card online, which offers reduced fares for those whose gross household income is no more than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Please allow up to three weeks for delivery of online card purchases.
It's important to note that retail locations can only load money onto your card. You can use the money you purchase at a retail location to buy a pass online, at a vending machine, or via ORCA customer service. If you plan to use multiple transit agencies per month, an all-agency regional pass called the PugetPass may be the best option for you.
Additionally, if you need a replacement card, you can order one over the phone by calling ORCA Customer Service at 888-988-6722 or visiting an ORCA customer service office. You can also replace your card by mail by completing the ORCA Card Order/Add Value form and mailing it with a $3 replacement fee to the address on the form.
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Day passes can be purchased at vending machines at Link stations
The ORCA card allows you to transfer between systems, including ST Light Rail, ST Express Buses, Metro Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Water Taxis, Seattle Streetcars, and the Monorail, without having to re-pay each time. Regional Day Passes ($8) cover fare expenditures of up to $3.50, which should be added for each full day you plan to use light rail, a Water Taxi, and/or the Monorail.
You can also add money to the e-purse to cover fares over $3.50. However, if you're riding the light rail from the airport to your hotel, it's best to add enough money to your e-purse to pay for that trip instead of adding an All-Day pass at the airport, as the pass is triggered on first use.
You can also buy an ORCA card with pre-loaded funds and passes online or on the myORCA mobile app and have it mailed to you. Additionally, the Transit Go app on your phone can be used for payment.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, ORCA cards can be purchased at the vending machines located in the Sea-Tac light rail station.
The station is about a 5-10 minute walk from the airport terminal through the parking garage on Level 4.
The ORCA card allows you to transfer between systems without having to re-pay each time. It also allows you to use the Transit Go app on your phone.
Yes, you can buy an ORCA card with pre-loaded funds and passes online or on the myORCA mobile app and have it mailed to you.
