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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Seattle start from CLP 190,957. The average price for this train route is around CLP 450,787. 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 9h, covering a distance of 3739 km. 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 7 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Seattle from CLP 194,533 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 2 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 9h	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:20	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:20	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 3 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39	Union Station	3d 2h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 4 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 9h	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Seattle on 7 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 22h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	3d 7h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d 3h	11:29	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:11 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 190,957, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

3d 9hAverage duration

3739 kmDistance

340kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCLP 123,315 - CLP 601,309	Average duration4d 3h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCLP 190,957 - CLP 3,834,267	Average duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,791 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5791 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 CLP 190,957

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 CLP 190,957. The average price for this train route is around CLP 450,787. 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 9h, covering a distance of 3739 km. 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 7 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/04

CLP 411,297

29/04

CLP 496,521

Today

CLP 523,385

01/05

No data

02/05

CLP 462,246

03/05

CLP 431,677

04/05

CLP 453,909

05/05

CLP 485,405

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Seattle was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of CLP 411,297

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 CLP 411,297 to CLP 4,400,133 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 CLP 431,677, which is on 2026-05-03.