How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start from £158. The average price for this train route is around £453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Seattle?

The average train journey time from Washington to Seattle is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2319 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:53. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Seattle from £205 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Union Station	4d 11h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Union Station	4d 11h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5d 4h	19:56	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	3d 9h	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel 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, 22 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

3d 22hAverage duration

2318 milesDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£174 - £656	Average duration3d 22h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£158 - £3,006	Average duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £158

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start from £158. The average price for this train route is around £453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Seattle?
The average train journey time from Washington to Seattle is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2319 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:53. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Seattle was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £245

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 £245 to £2,325 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 £245, which is on 2025-12-14.