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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Olympia is $22. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle to Olympia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Olympia?

A train trip between Seattle and Olympia is around 1h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 48 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Olympia?

The number of trains from Seattle to Olympia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Olympia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Olympia?

When taking the train from Seattle to Olympia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Seattle to Olympia from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	9:09pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	5:40pm	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	6:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	5:40pm	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	6:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	7:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	9:09pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:36 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Olympia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 1 hour 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 19mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $53	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $40	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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 $17

Amtrak Seattle Olympia recent customer reviews

On time

Kiyomi S.

December 3, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Olympia by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$37

11/17

$15

Today

$15

11/19

$15

11/20

$15

11/21

$29

11/22

$24

11/23

$22

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $182 for a train ticket from Seattle to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-19.