Trains from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, CA

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Today23 Apr
Tomorrow24 Apr
from US$136
Thu25 Apr
from US$136
Fri26 Apr
from US$136
Sat27 Apr
from US$119
Sun28 Apr
from US$153
Mon29 Apr
Tue30 Apr

Next departures to Seattle

One passenger / one way

09:50
23h30m
09:20
Seattle - Seattle King Street Station
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San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
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Train Seattle to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Train Seattle to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$125
Average train trip duration23h 30m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:50
Distance677 miles
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Seattle San Francisco recent customer reviews

This is the first I took, I enjoyed this services very much,and will choose this bus soon.

Yingyu C.7 June 2023
US train company: Brightline

Seattle to San Francisco Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures09:50
Minimum PriceUS$119
Average Ticket PriceUS$125
Minimum Trip Duration23h30m
Average Train Trip Duration23h30m
Distance677 miles
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - San Francisco

The average train ticket price from Seattle to San Francisco is US$125. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Seattle and San Francisco is around 23h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 23h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 679 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Seattle to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Seattle to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/04
US$104
22/04
US$103
Today
US$104
24/04
US$103
25/04
No data
26/04
US$119
27/04
No data
28/04
US$104
The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Francisco was searched and found on 22 Apr 2024 with a price of US$103

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

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$119 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103, which is on 2024-04-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Seattle and San Francisco compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Seattle to San Francisco.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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