How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Seattle start at $243. The average price for this train route is around $299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Seattle?

The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Seattle takes 1d 21h and covers 1125 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Seattle route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Seattle?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Seattle departs at 11:40pm. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Salt Lake City to Seattle from $233 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Seattle on February 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	1d 21h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:19 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1124 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $375	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$243 - $1,945	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5755 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $243

Amtrak Salt Lake City Seattle recent customer reviews

2 hour delay on both the train from SLC and Sacramento over charged for upgrading to a sleeping birth

Thomas A.

September 9, 2025

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Seattle by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Seattle start at $243. The average price for this train route is around $299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Seattle?
The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Seattle takes 1d 21h and covers 1125 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Seattle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Seattle?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Seattle departs at 11:40pm. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02-02

$337

02-03

$337

Today

$387

02-05

$365

02-06

$365

02-07

$365

02-08

$318

02-09

$318

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Seattle was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $318

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salt Lake City to Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $318 to $1,222 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $318 which is on 2026-02-08.