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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Seattle King Street Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Seattle King Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Seattle King Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Seattle King Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Seattle King Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Seattle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5687 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 $228
Amtrak San Diego Seattle recent customer reviews
San Diego to LA was fine but a little late. Had to rush to catch connection in LA. LA to Seattle staff very unorganized in assigning seating. Amtrak really needs to work on that. Train needs to be cleaned more often. Itinerary was amazing though. Seats very comfortable. Highly recommend it in general.
Chris C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Seattle start at $228. The average price for this train route is around $257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Seattle?
The average train trip from San Diego to Seattle takes 1d 13h and covers 1711 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Seattle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Seattle?
The earliest train from San Diego to Seattle departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 6:10am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $299To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $299 to $1,493 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $299 which is on 2025-12-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $257 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $228. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle in about 1d 11h —that's the fastest way to get there!
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