How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Vancouver?

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Vancouver start from R 702. The average price for this train route is around R 1 167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Vancouver?

The average train journey time from Tacoma to Vancouver is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Tacoma 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 Tacoma to Vancouver?

The earliest train from Tacoma to Vancouver departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Train Tacoma to Vancouver from R 658 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 2m	20:15	Pacific Central Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 2m	20:15	Pacific Central Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	8h 47m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	CheapestFastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Vancouver on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:03	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 57m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	5h 13m	22:00	Pacific Central Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 42m	17:00	Pacific Central Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	7h 2m	20:15	Pacific Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:44 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tacoma to Vancouver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Vancouver. The journey takes about 5 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 702, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 13mAverage duration

232 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 548 - R 2 614	Average duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 702 - R 2 134	Average duration5h 13m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 702

Amtrak Tacoma Vancouver recent customer reviews

Amtrak’s customer service and staff were great. Service on the train itself was good.

Elijah N.

6 July 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma 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 Tacoma to Vancouver?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Vancouver start from R 702. The average price for this train route is around R 1 167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Vancouver?
The average train journey time from Tacoma to Vancouver is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Tacoma 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 Tacoma to Vancouver?
The earliest train from Tacoma to Vancouver departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 1 176

10/12

R 986

Today

R 1 176

12/12

R 1 246

13/12

R 1 176

14/12

R 1 470

15/12

R 1 176

16/12

R 882

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Vancouver, CA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 882

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

You can expect to pay from R 882 to R 2 646 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Vancouver, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 882, which is on 2025-12-16.