The cheapest and fastest trains from Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 6 trains that leave Vancouver, WA for Seattle, WA every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.
506 Amtrak Cascades18:133h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA21:20King Street Station, Seattle, WA£261One-way0 changes
502 Amtrak Cascades8:483h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA11:55King Street Station, Seattle, WA£331One-way0 changes
508 Amtrak Cascades19:433h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA22:50King Street Station, Seattle, WA£331One-way0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades7:033h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:10King Street Station, Seattle, WA£361One-way0 changes
518 Amtrak Cascades14:283h09Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:37King Street Station, Seattle, WA£361One-way0 changes
506 Amtrak Cascades18:133h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA21:20King Street Station, Seattle, WA£261One-way0 changes
502 Amtrak Cascades8:483h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA11:55King Street Station, Seattle, WA£331One-way0 changes
508 Amtrak Cascades19:433h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA22:50King Street Station, Seattle, WA£331One-way0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades7:033h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:10King Street Station, Seattle, WA£361One-way0 changes
518 Amtrak Cascades14:283h09Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:37King Street Station, Seattle, WA£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 220 km
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Live departures
Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
518 Amtrak Cascades | 14:28 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h09 | 17:37 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 16:16 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h35 | 19:51 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 18:13 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 21:20 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 19:43 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 22:50 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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500 Amtrak Cascades | 7:03 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 10:10 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
502 Amtrak Cascades | 8:48 Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 11:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA
Trains from Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 6:45 |
Last train 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Vancouver, WA and Seattle, WA from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA and Seattle, WA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro
- Gray's at the Park
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Vancouver Washington
- Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver
- Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: C-Tran services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services available
- 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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