Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Seattle King Street Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Shelby Station | No tags |
Get from Seattle to Shelby
The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 402, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 1 402
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Shelby, MT by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Shelby?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Shelby start from R 1 402. The average price for this train route is around R 4 503. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Shelby?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Shelby is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 785 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Shelby route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Shelby?
The earliest train from Seattle to Shelby departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Shelby, MT was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 529To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Shelby, MT as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 529 to R 21 875 for a train ticket from Seattle to Shelby, MT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 529, which is on 2025-12-15.
