How much is the train ticket from Washington to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start at $290. The average price for this train route is around $597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Seattle?

The average train trip from Washington to Seattle takes 3d 10h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Seattle route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Seattle?

The earliest train from Washington to Seattle departs at 7:13am. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Seattle from $318 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 2h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 2h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 14h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	4d 6h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	4d 6h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 2h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 2h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	7:13am	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 10h	11:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 10h	11:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 3 days, 23 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3d 23hAverage Duration

3747 kmDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$198 - $952	Average Duration3d 23h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$290 - $5,440	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $290

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start at $290. The average price for this train route is around $597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Seattle?
The average train trip from Washington to Seattle takes 3d 10h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Seattle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Seattle?
The earliest train from Washington to Seattle departs at 7:13am. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-25

$543

01-26

$1,005

Today

$919

01-28

$650

01-29

$589

01-30

$513

01-31

$513

02-01

$575

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $513

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

You can expect to pay from $513 to $4,108 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $513 which is on 2026-01-30.