How much is the train ticket from Seattle to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to New York City start from $211. The average price for this train route is around $544. 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 Seattle to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Seattle to New York City is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 2396 miles (3865 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Seattle to New York City route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Seattle to New York City at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 4:55pm.

Train Seattle to New York City from $202 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:27pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 9h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 21h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 21h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 21h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 21h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 21h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 9h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to New York City on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 23h	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 22h	6:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 days, 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

4d 5hAverage Duration

2396 milesDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$113 - $889	Average Duration4d 5h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $3,613	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 352kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 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 $211

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to New York City 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 Seattle to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to New York City start from $211. The average price for this train route is around $544. 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 Seattle to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to New York City is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 2396 miles (3865 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to New York City at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 4:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$623

12/10

$1,117

Today

$3,631

12/12

$2,462

12/13

$672

12/14

$542

12/15

$736

12/16

$709

The cheapest trip from Seattle to New York City was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $542

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

You can expect to pay from $542 to $3,631 for a train ticket from Seattle to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $542 which is on 2025-12-14.