How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Bellingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Bellingham start from R 447. The average price for this train route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Bellingham?

The average train journey time from Tacoma to Bellingham is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?

The earliest train from Tacoma to Bellingham departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Train Tacoma to Bellingham from R 412 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 26 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	6h 51m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	6h 51m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tacoma to Bellingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bellingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 447, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 17mAverage duration

165 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 736 - R 1 732	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 447 - R 1 810	Average duration3h 17m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 447

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Bellingham start from R 447. The average price for this train route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Bellingham?
The average train journey time from Tacoma to Bellingham is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?
The earliest train from Tacoma to Bellingham departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 560

25/01

R 676

Today

R 610

27/01

R 560

28/01

R 560

29/01

R 560

30/01

R 626

31/01

R 560

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Bellingham was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 560

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

You can expect to pay from R 560 to R 1 729 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Bellingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 560, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tacoma to Bellingham?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 35m	Avg priceR 1 024	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 17m	Avg priceR 804	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Tacoma and Bellingham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 804 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 447. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bellingham, choose the train, as it will take you from Tacoma to Bellingham in about 3h 17m – that's the fastest way to get there!