How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Washington start at $374. The average price for this train route is around $596. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Seattle to Washington?

The average train trip from Seattle to Washington takes 2d 17h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Washington 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 Seattle to Washington?

The earliest train from Seattle to Washington departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 4:55pm.

Train Seattle to Washington from $360 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

3738 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$212 - $1,140	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$374 - $5,094	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $374

Amtrak Seattle Washington recent customer reviews

I got a ticket from Seattle, WA, to Washington, DC, on Aug. 4, 2025. The trip will take 65 hours and 10 minutes to travel. It took us more than 80 hours to get to Washington, DC. It has been a terrible experience. Not only that, but it started delayed in Chicago. Rerouted to New York and to Washington, DC, it's exhausting to spend on the road without shower for 3 days

Mengesha E.

August 8, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Washington, DC, US 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 Seattle to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Washington start at $374. The average price for this train route is around $596. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to Washington?
The average train trip from Seattle to Washington takes 2d 17h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Washington 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 Seattle to Washington?
The earliest train from Seattle to Washington departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 4:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$992

01-25

$2,741

Today

$633

01-27

$574

01-28

$608

01-29

$563

01-30

$608

01-31

$608

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $563

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

You can expect to pay from $563 to $2,741 for a train ticket from Seattle to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $563 which is on 2026-01-29.