How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Vancouver?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Vancouver start from R 651. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Vancouver?

The average train journey time from Seattle to Vancouver is 4h, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Vancouver route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Seattle to Vancouver departs at 08:30. And the latest train departs at 18:00.

Train Seattle to Vancouver from R 610 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Vancouver on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
Train	08:30	Seattle King Street Station	4h	12:30	Pacific Central Station	No tags
Train	18:00	Seattle King Street Station	4h	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:34 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Vancouver

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Vancouver. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 543, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

4h 5mAverage duration

212 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 543 - R 1 963	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 651 - R 1 520	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Passengers frequently praised the friendly and helpful drivers, as well as the comfortable journey between Seattle and Vancouver. Many appreciated the beautiful scenery along with clear announcements from courteous staff. While some experienced minor delays due to traffic or logistical issues like finding bus locations, overall satisfaction remained high among travelers for this route.

Amtrak Seattle Vancouver recent customer reviews

I was confused that Amtrak appeared to be a bus rather than a train. Great driver, washroom in a bus is a plus; I needed to charge my phone but was not able to

Yelyzaveta K.

17 January 2026

All was good except the fact that the ride took 4 hours & 15 min instead of the declared 3 & a half

Giddy Z.

23 December 2025

Everything went smoothly at the train station. Check-in, boarding, luggage assistance. A beautiful scenic trip and an on-time arrival.

Gary C.

22 November 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Vancouver, CA 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 Seattle to Vancouver?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Vancouver start from R 651. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Vancouver?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Vancouver is 4h, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Vancouver route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Vancouver?
The earliest train from Seattle to Vancouver departs at 08:30. And the latest train departs at 18:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 807

25/01

R 1 038

Today

R 807

27/01

R 725

28/01

R 725

29/01

R 725

30/01

R 923

31/01

R 807

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Vancouver, CA was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 725

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

You can expect to pay from R 725 to R 1 828 for a train ticket from Seattle to Vancouver, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 725, which is on 2026-01-27.