The cheapest and fastest trains from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kelso, WA for Seattle, WA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £212.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
518 Amtrak Cascades | 22:03 Kelso Station, Kelso, WA | 2h34 | 00:37 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 23:51 Kelso Station, Kelso, WA | 3h00 | 02:51 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
506 Amtrak Cascades | 01:48 Kelso Station, Kelso, WA | 2h32 | 04:20 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 03:18 Kelso Station, Kelso, WA | 2h32 | 05:50 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:18 Kelso, WA | 2h47 | 07:05 Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA
Trains from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Kelso, WA and Seattle, WA from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kelso, WA to Seattle, WA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kelso, WA and Seattle, WA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
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