How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Washington start at $379. The average price for this train route is around $666. 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 $365 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 13
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 14
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

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 15
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

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 16
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

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 17
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 18
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 19
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	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on January 20
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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:31 AM PST.

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 $215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

3746 kmDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$215 - $1,156	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$379 - $4,589	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,729 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5729 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 $379

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 $379. The average price for this train route is around $666. 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

01-11

$1,483

01-12

$582

Today

$582

01-14

$978

01-15

$1,541

01-16

$1,541

01-17

$616

01-18

$552

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $552

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 $552 to $3,025 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 $552 which is on 2026-01-18.