Trains from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC

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Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
4:55PM
2d17h
1:05PM
Seattle - Seattle King Street Station
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Washington - Union Station
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Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
9:50AM
4d5h
6:44PM
Seattle - Seattle King Street Station
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Washington - Union Station
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Train Seattle to Washington: Trip Overview

Train Seattle to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$435
Average train trip duration2d 17h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:50 AM
Distance2319 miles (3739 km)
Latest train departure4:55 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

US train company: Brightline

Seattle to Washington Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures9:50AM - 4:55PM
Minimum Price$419
Average Ticket Price$435
Minimum Trip Duration2d17h
Average Train Trip Duration2d17h
Distance2319 miles (3739 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Seattle - Washington

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Washington is $435. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle to Washington 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!

A train trip between Seattle and Washington is around 2d 17h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 17h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2320 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Seattle to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in Washington, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/17
$321
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03/20
$392
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The cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington was searched and found on Mar 17, 2024 with a price of $321

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

You can expect to pay from $321 to $415 for a train ticket from Seattle to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $392 which is on 2024-03-20.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Seattle to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Washington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Seattle and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Seattle to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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Train from Washington to Seattle

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