The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£418
Average price
£554
Fastest journey
3 d 37 m
Average duration
3 d 13 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
4000 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA will cost around £554 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £418.
To travel from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA you need to make at least one change.
8 Empire Builder · 448 Lake Shore Limited16:5572h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£4181One-way1 change
8 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited16:5572h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£4271One-way2 changes
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional16:5576h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£5321One-way2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited9:55103h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£5871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 448 Lake Shore Limited9:55103h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£6021One-way2 changes
8 Empire Builder · 448 Lake Shore Limited16:5572h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£4181One-way1 change
8 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited16:5572h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£4271One-way2 changes
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional16:5576h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£5321One-way2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 448 Lake Shore Limited9:55103h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£6021One-way2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited9:55103h37King Street Station, Seattle, WA20:32South Station, Boston, MA£5871One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £123. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £123, and a train costs an average of £172.
Distance: 4000 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£743 Average Price | £280 Average Price | £234 Average Price Cheapest |
71h 37m Average total duration 71h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 95h 28m Average total duration 94h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 12.0 - 24.0kg CO2 emissions | 4.0 - 10.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 103h37 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 103h37 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 2 changes | |
8 Empire Builder · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 16:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 72h37 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 16:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 76h20 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 2 changes | |
8 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 16:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 72h37 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Trains from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 71h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £172 but you can travel from only £113 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 4000 km distance in 71h 37m.
Distance 4000 km |
Average train duration 71h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £172 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 71h 37m |
First train 9:55 |
Last train 21:36 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Boston, MA from £113. 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 Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Seattle, WA and Boston, MA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, restrooms
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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