Seattle (Region X) Training Facility (RTF)
701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2550
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 615-2594
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Local Transportation Information Seattle (Region X) Training Facility (RTF) 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2550 Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 615-2594 |
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The Seattle RTF is located in the Bank of America Tower (formerly known as the Columbia Tower), which is the tallest building in town and therefore easy to find. Entrances are located on Fifth Avenue as well as on Fourth Avenue, and the cross-streets are Columbia and Cherry. From South of Downtown:
The building is on Fifth, between Columbia and Cherry, with entrances on both Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue. From North of Downtown:
The building is between Cherry and Columbia, with entrances on both Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue. From I-90:
The building is between Cherry and Columbia, with entrances on both Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue. Downtown Parking: Parking in downtown Seattle is expensive, but the further you are willing to walk, the less you will have to pay. Parking is available in the RTF building but is expensive. Many nearby lots will advertise "early bird" parking at reduced rates for people who arrive before 9:30 a.m. Other garages and lots are available throughout downtown, with less expensive places being just below First Avenue and on Fourth Avenue, south of James Street. |
Train: The King Street Station is served by Amtrak and the Sounder Commuter Train and is located at the south end of downtown, at: 301 S. Jackson Street, For more information please check: Ferry: The ferry terminals are a short hike (uphill) from the RTF. Phone numbers:
Online Information: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries Bus: There are numerous bus stops close to the Seattle RTF. Metro Transit can be reached by phone, or online:
For more options to get around the Puget Sound region, including links to other local transit agencies, the following web site has a wealth of information: |
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is served by all major U.S. airlines. It is located 12 miles south of downtown Seattle. Ground transportation: Ground services are located on the third floor of the parking garage, including taxis, scheduled and unscheduled vans, courtesy vans and limousines. A Ground Transportation Information Booth on the third floor helps travelers find the transportation they need. Public transit and scheduled buses provide pickup at the baggage claim level curb. For more information about ground transportation, including fares and company contact phone numbers, please check: Important Note: Due to the large number of participant requests for lodging information, we are offering the names and phone numbers of local hotel and motel sites to assist you in making your travel arrangements while staying in the Seattle area. Our listings are not all inclusive and no endorsement by the US Department of Education should be implied or inferred. Local Hotels: The following hotels are located in the downtown area, listed in order of approximate distance from the Seattle RTF:
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