How much is the train ticket from Washington to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start at $292. The average price for this train route is around $586. 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 9h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Seattle route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 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 7:10am. The latest train departs at 6:42pm.

Train Washington to Seattle from $298 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on March 27
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	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	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on March 28
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	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	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	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

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on March 29
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	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
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

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on March 30
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	3:57pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	3d 7h	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 April 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	7:20am	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:28 PM EDT.

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 4 days, 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

4d 3hAverage Duration

3739 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$200 - $1,081	Average Duration4d 3h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$292 - $5,602	Average Duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5776 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 $292

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 $292. The average price for this train route is around $586. 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 9h and covers 3739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Seattle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 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 7:10am. The latest train departs at 6:42pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03-23

$621

03-24

$937

Today

$759

03-26

$769

03-27

$819

03-28

$712

03-29

$712

03-30

$712

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Seattle was searched and found on Mar 23, 2026 with a price of $621

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 $621 to $5,655 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 $712 which is on 2026-03-28.