The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bellingham, WA for Vancouver, BC on Tue, May 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
518 Amtrak Cascades8:07 PM1h53Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA10:00 PMVancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC$241One-way0 transfers
516 Amtrak Cascades10:37 AM1h53Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA12:30 PMVancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC$311One-way0 transfers
518 Amtrak Cascades8:07 PM1h53Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA10:00 PMVancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC$241One-way0 transfers
516 Amtrak Cascades10:37 AM1h53Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA12:30 PMVancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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$23 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC train times
The table below shows live departures for Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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518 Amtrak Cascades | 8:07 PM Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA | 1h53 | 10:00 PM Vancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
516 Amtrak Cascades | 10:37 AM Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA | 1h53 | 12:30 PM Vancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC
Trains from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bellingham, WA and Vancouver, BC from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vancouver, BC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, BC
- 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Colophon Cafe
- Skylark's Hidden Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Fairhaven Village Inn
- Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hotel Bellwether
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Whatcom Transportation Authority Line 1
- Intercity buses available
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