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 $19. 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 December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:43pm	Tacoma Dome Station	1h 8m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Tacoma Dome Station	50m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
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
Train	1:13pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on December 10
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 December 11
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 December 12
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	1:13pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on December 13
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 December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:58pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	9:18am	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
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
Train	1:13pm	Tacoma Dome Station	52m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on December 15
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 December 16
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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:20 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1hAverage Duration

25 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $40	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $45	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,632 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5632 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

Train and bus companies in US: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 $19. 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

12/07

$17

12/08

$13

Today

$13

12/10

$13

12/11

$13

12/12

$13

12/13

$13

12/14

$13

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 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 $132 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 2025-12-10.