Means of transport in Seattle, San Francisco and New York

FERRY

Think of a waterborne vehicle that carries both passengers and cars, often used to connect islands or cross large bodies of water in coastal cities. It’s slower than a bridge but offers scenic views.

This clue points to "ferry" because it’s a common water-based transport option in all three cities. Seattle has its iconic Washington State Ferries, San Francisco is known for the Golden Gate Ferry, and New York operates the Staten Island Ferry. The answer plays on the shared use of ferries in these coastal urban areas.