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Seattle Art Museum
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €100, and a train costs an average of €151.
Distance: 686 miles (1105 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€325 Average price | €262 Average price | €154 Average price Cheapest |
26h 43m Average total duration 26h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 34m Average total duration 22h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA:
A bus is €107 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average €262.
A bus is €171 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average €325.
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 4m.
Train takes on average 26h 13m.
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Trains from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €151 but you can travel from only €100 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 09:55. The fastest train covers the 686 miles (1105 km) distance in 26h 13m.
Distance 686 miles (1105 km) |
Average train duration 26h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €151 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 13m |
First train 9:55 AM |
Last train 9:55 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Seattle, WA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Seattle, WA trip today.
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
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Leading aviation museum featuring historic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on exhibits near Boeing Field.
Vast urban park with forests, beaches, bluffs, and trails, plus some of Seattle’s finest Puget Sound views.
Lively waterfront district with ferries, the Great Wheel, promenades, and classic Elliott Bay scenery.
Beloved hilltop park offering postcard views of downtown, Elliott Bay, and Mount Rainier, especially at sunset.
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Seattle-style teriyaki is grilled meat with sweet-savory sauce, usually over rice and salad. It became a defining everyday local meal across the city.
Geoduck is a large Pacific Northwest clam, often served raw or lightly cooked. It is prized locally for its sweet taste and connection to regional seafood.
Historic Pike Place Market spot famed for clam chowder, seafood sandwiches, and casual counter service with a lively market atmosphere.
Long-running market restaurant known for Dungeness crab cakes, seafood entrées, and views over Pike Place with a classic local feel.
Acclaimed fine dining destination focused on seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients, refined tasting menus, and elegant service near Pike Place.
Seattle is pricier than many US cities, with higher hotel, dining, and parking costs. Transit is reasonable, but central stays and waterfront meals raise typical visitor budgets.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or screens; small tips are appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hayward, CA to Seattle, WA trains use the Hayward Station to King Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hayward, CA and Seattle, WA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hayward Station is 1 km from Hayward city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Hayward Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Hayward Station.
Available at Hayward Station: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hayward Station.
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
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