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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Seattle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $163
Amtrak San Diego Seattle recent customer reviews
San Diego to LA was fine but a little late. Had to rush to catch connection in LA. LA to Seattle staff very unorganized in assigning seating. Amtrak really needs to work on that. Train needs to be cleaned more often. Itinerary was amazing though. Seats very comfortable. Highly recommend it in general.
Chris C.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Seattle start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Seattle?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Seattle is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1061 miles (1711 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Seattle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Seattle?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Seattle at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 6:10am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $156To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $156 to $1,066 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2026-01-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $164 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $163. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle in about 1d 11h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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