The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Bellingham, WA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
516 Amtrak Cascades
518 Amtrak Cascades
516 Amtrak Cascades
518 Amtrak CascadesTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 129 km
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£24 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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516 Amtrak Cascades | 16:30 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h04 | 18:34 Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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518 Amtrak Cascades | 02:00 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h04 | 04:04 Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Trains from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:30, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 08:30 |
Last train 18:44 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Bellingham, WA from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, 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 Bellingham, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Seattle, WA and Bellingham, 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
- 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Colophon Cafe
- Skylark's Hidden Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Fairhaven Village Inn
- Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hotel Bellwether
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Whatcom Transportation Authority Line 1
- Intercity buses available
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