How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $15. 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 Tacoma to Seattle?

The average train ride duration from Tacoma to Seattle is 52m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Tacoma to Seattle 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 Tacoma to Seattle?

The earliest train departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 9:18am. And the latest train departs at 9:58pm.

Train Tacoma to Seattle from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:58pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:58pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	1:13pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	11:03am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:17 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

52mAverage Duration

26 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $26	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $33	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5741 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 $15

Amtrak Tacoma Seattle recent customer reviews

Very pleasant and helpful staff. The train was 30 mins late but it was not their fault.

Kirk M.

November 22, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tacoma to Seattle 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 Tacoma to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $15. 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 Tacoma to Seattle?
The average train ride duration from Tacoma to Seattle is 52m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Tacoma to Seattle 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 Tacoma to Seattle?
The earliest train departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 9:18am. And the latest train departs at 9:58pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/16

$13

01/17

$13

Today

$13

01/19

$13

01/20

$13

01/21

$13

01/22

$13

01/23

$13

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $213 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tacoma to Seattle?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 5m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time52m	Avg Price$15	Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between Tacoma and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from Tacoma to Seattle in about 52m - that's the fastest way to get there!