How much is the train ticket from Kelso to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Kelso to Seattle start from R 465. The average price for this train route is around R 572. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kelso to Seattle?

The average train journey time from Kelso to Seattle is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kelso to Seattle route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kelso to Seattle?

The earliest train from Kelso to Seattle departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 20:18.

Train Kelso to Seattle from R 430 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 20 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:51	Kelso Station	3h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	18:48	Kelso Station	2h 32m	21:20	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	16:51	Kelso Station	3h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	18:48	Kelso Station	2h 32m	21:20	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 22 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:51	Kelso Station	3h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	16:51	Kelso Station	3h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	16:51	Kelso Station	3h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	09:23	Kelso Station	2h 32m	11:55	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:33	Kelso Station	2h 32m	14:05	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Kelso to Seattle on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Kelso Station	2h 32m	22:50	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	07:38	Kelso Station	2h 32m	10:10	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	09:23	Kelso Station	2h 32m	11:55	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	15:03	Kelso Station	2h 34m	17:37	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:40 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kelso to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 465, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2h 37mAverage duration

168 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 465 - R 1 034	Average duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 465 - R 1 336	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 773 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5773 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 465

Amtrak Kelso Seattle recent customer reviews

Train had service interruption and had to pay out of pocket for a bus to finish the trip.

Gary T.

4 July 2025

Great trip. Seats are so comfortable!

Don I.

8 May 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kelso to Seattle by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Kelso to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Kelso to Seattle start from R 465. The average price for this train route is around R 572. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kelso to Seattle?
The average train journey time from Kelso to Seattle is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kelso to Seattle route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kelso to Seattle?
The earliest train from Kelso to Seattle departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 20:18.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

18/03

R 430

19/03

R 533

Today

R 5 751

21/03

R 807

22/03

R 1 030

23/03

R 533

24/03

R 430

25/03

R 430

The cheapest trip from Kelso to Seattle was searched and found on 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 430

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

You can expect to pay from R 430 to R 5 751 for a train ticket from Kelso to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 430, which is on 2026-03-24.