The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC 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 Vancouver, BC will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 2 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Vancouver, BC 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 192 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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, coach and flight for Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 192 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£65 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
518 Amtrak Cascades | 02:00 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 4h00 | 06:00 Vancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC
Trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC from £29. 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 Vancouver, BC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC 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 Vancouver, BC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC
- 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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