How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Olympia?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Olympia start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Olympia?

The average train ride duration from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Seattle to Olympia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Olympia?

The earliest train departs from Seattle to Olympia at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:50pm.

Train Seattle to Olympia from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 21m	8:31am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 19m	10:14am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1h 27m	11:22am	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:33 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Olympia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 1 hour 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 19mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $53	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $40	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5611 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 $17

Amtrak Seattle Olympia recent customer reviews

On time

Kiyomi S.

December 3, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Olympia by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Olympia start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Olympia?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to Olympia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Olympia?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Olympia at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/26

$37

11/27

$22

Today

$22

11/29

$20

11/30

$37

12/01

$22

12/02

$15

12/03

$15

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $243 for a train ticket from Seattle to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-02.