Detailed Drivers is Seattle's premier child seat car service, providing rear-facing infant seats, forward-facing convertible seats, and booster seats as a $25 add-on per seat — flat-rate, no surge — for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) transfers, Capitol Hill and South Lake Union hotel pickups, Port of Seattle cruise terminal transfers, and corporate family travel across greater Seattle and the Eastside 24/7.
Child seat service in Seattle costs $25 per seat added to your base fare. A sedan from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Downtown Seattle runs $65, bringing the total to $90 with one infant seat. All rates are flat — no surge during Bumbershoot, Seafair, Seahawks games at Lumen Field, or tech conference periods.
| Route | Sedan | + 1 Child Seat | SUV | + 1 Child Seat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEA → Downtown Seattle | $65 | $90 | $95 | $120 |
| SEA → Capitol Hill | $70 | $95 | $100 | $125 |
| SEA → South Lake Union / Amazon | $65 | $90 | $95 | $120 |
| SEA → Bellevue | $70 | $95 | $100 | $125 |
| SEA → Redmond (Microsoft) | $80 | $105 | $110 | $135 |
| SEA → Pier 91 Cruise Terminal | $75 | $100 | $110 | $135 |
| SEA → Kirkland | $75 | $100 | $105 | $130 |
Weight: 5–22 lbs
Age range: Birth to 12 months
WA law: Required under WA RCW 46.61.687 for children under 2
Washington State requires rear-facing for children under 2. Seattle's rainy climate means vehicles can be cold at pickup — our chauffeurs warm the vehicle before arrival for infant seat pickups.
$25 add-on per seat
Weight: 22–65 lbs
Age range: Ages 2–4
WA law: Required for ages 2–4 per WA RCW 46.61.687
Washington State specifically requires forward-facing seats with harness for ages 2–4. All seats are LATCH-compatible and NHTSA-compliant for Washington requirements. Specify your child's weight at booking.
$25 add-on per seat
Weight: 40–100 lbs
Age range: Ages 4–8
WA law: Required for ages 4–8 per WA RCW 46.61.687
Washington State requires booster seats for ages 4–8. Our Seattle booster seats serve trips to the Seattle Aquarium, Pacific Science Center, Pike Place Market, and the Space Needle with full WA law compliance.
$25 add-on per seat
Washington State RCW 46.61.687
Washington State has one of the most detailed age-by-age car seat laws in the US. Children under 2 must ride rear-facing. Children 2–4 must use a forward-facing seat with a harness. Children 4–8 must use a booster seat. Children 8–16 must use a seatbelt. All requirements apply to for-hire vehicles. A first offense carries a fine of $124. Detailed Drivers provides compliant seats on every Seattle trip.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Car Seat | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child seat add-on | $25/seat (flat) | $10–$15 extra | No car seat option |
| Surge pricing | None — flat rate | 2.5–4.0x peak | N/A |
| Seat types | Infant, convertible, booster | Rear-facing only | N/A |
| WA RCW 46.61.687 compliant | Yes — all age groups | Rear-facing only | N/A |
| Flight tracking (SEA) | Included | None | None |
| Bumbershoot surge (Sep) | $90 total (SEA + 1 seat) | $162–$260 | Unavailable |
| Cruise terminal transfers | Yes — Pier 66 & Pier 91 | Limited | Limited |
Uber Car Seat — Bumbershoot (Labor Day Weekend)
SEA → Downtown Seattle: base $65 × 3.0x surge = $195 + $10 seat = $205
Detailed Drivers — Same Trip
SEA → Downtown Seattle: $90 flat (sedan + 1 infant seat, no surge)
Savings: $115 (56%) during Bumbershoot
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour | Sedan + 1 Seat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Seattle | 14 miles via I-5 N | 22–30 min | 40–60 min | $90 |
| South Lake Union / Amazon HQ | 16 miles via I-5 N | 25–35 min | 45–65 min | $90 |
| Bellevue | 16 miles via I-405 N | 22–32 min | 40–60 min | $95 |
| Redmond (Microsoft Campus) | 22 miles via I-405 N | 30–40 min | 55–75 min | $105 |
| Pier 91 Cruise Terminal | 16 miles via I-5 N | 25–35 min | 45–65 min | $100 |
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Visit detaileddrivers.com/reservations or call (888) 420-0177. Select Seattle and enter your pickup details.
Choose infant, convertible, or booster. Washington State requires forward-facing specifically for ages 2–4 — specify your child's age.
Sedan (1–2 seats), Escalade SUV (1–3 seats), or Sprinter Van (1–4 seats) based on family size.
Chauffeur arrives with seat pre-installed. For SEA-TAC, driver meets you inside at baggage claim.
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Last Updated: March 2026 | As of 2026, Detailed Drivers serves 30+ cities across the United States.