The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA
Cheapest price on Oct 30
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 30
€55
Fastest journey on Oct 30
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
2 h 59 m
Trains on Oct 30
4
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 4 trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 11:54 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €30 1 One-way 0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:10 AM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:09 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:49 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:10 PM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 3:09 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:49 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:10 PM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 3:09 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:10 AM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:09 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM 2h59 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 11:54 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA €30 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA
Trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train] | 7:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h59 | 10:09 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 Amtrak Cascades | 8:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h59 | 11:54 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight | 9:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h17 | 1:12 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 Amtrak Cascades | 12:10 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h59 | 3:09 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 Amtrak Cascades | 2:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h59 | 5:19 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 Amtrak Cascades | 7:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2h59 | 10:49 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, WA
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FAQs: Trains from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vancouver, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA
Most Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA trains use the King Street Station to Vancouver Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Seattle, WA and Vancouver, WA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Seattle, WA station do trains to Vancouver, WA leave from?
Getting to King Street Station from Seattle city centre
King Street Station train station facilities and services
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
Which Vancouver, WA station do trains from Seattle, WA arrive at?
Getting to Vancouver Station from Vancouver city centre
Vancouver Station is 2 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver Station train station facilities and services
Vancouver Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro, Gray's at the Park
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vancouver Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vancouver Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vancouver Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vancouver Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Vancouver Washington, Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver, Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites.
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