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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Washington is $480. 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!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Washington?

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.

How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Washington?

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.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Washington?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore 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.

Train Seattle to Washington from $256 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	4d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	3d 4h	12:37am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Washington on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:55pm	Seattle King Street Station	2d 17h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:32 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $182, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

2312 milesDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$182 - $595	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$207 - $2,023	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 340kg 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 $207

Amtrak Seattle Washington recent customer reviews

I got a ticket from Seattle, WA, to Washington, DC, on Aug. 4, 2025. The trip will take 65 hours and 10 minutes to travel. It took us more than 80 hours to get to Washington, DC. It has been a terrible experience. Not only that, but it started delayed in Chicago. Rerouted to New York and to Washington, DC, it's exhausting to spend on the road without shower for 3 days

Mengesha E.

August 8, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Washington, DC, US by train

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How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Washington?
Which train companies travel from Seattle to Washington?
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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

$498

11/17

No data

Today

$564

11/19

$1,523

11/20

No data

11/21

$1,588

11/22

$489

11/23

$388

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $388

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, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $388 to $2,528 for a train ticket from Seattle to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $388 which is on 2025-11-23.