The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$575
Average price
$762
Fastest journey
3 d 1 h 48 m
Average duration
3 d 7 h 50 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
3819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA will cost around $762 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $575.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA without transferring at least once.
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades8:15 AM89h3530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5751One-way2 transfers
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder8:15 AM78h1430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6111One-way1 transfer
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades12:41 PM85h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6471One-way3 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder12:41 PM73h4830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6831One-way2 transfers
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades9:50 AM88h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6901One-way3 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder12:41 PM73h4830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6831One-way2 transfers
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder12:32 PM73h5730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$7221One-way2 transfers
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder8:15 AM78h1430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6111One-way1 transfer
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades12:41 PM85h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6471One-way3 transfers
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades9:50 AM88h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6901One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $171. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $171, and a train costs an average of $260.
Distance: 2373 miles (3819 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$665 Average price | $393 Average price | $361 Average price Cheapest | $707 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
73h 22m Average total duration 72h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 69h 21m Average total duration 68h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA costing on average $393 (€317).
A bus is $304 (€245) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA costing on average $665 (€537).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 68h 51m.
Train takes on average 72h 52m.
Tickets start at around $665 (€537) compared to roughly $707 (€570) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 72h 52m versus 41h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:27 PM Philadelphia, PA | 75h02 | 7:29 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:32 PM Philadelphia, PA | 73h57 | 6:29 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Philadelphia, PA | 73h48 | 6:29 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder | 8:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 78h14 | 11:29 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 1 transfer | |
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 110h36 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades | 8:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 89h35 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades | 9:50 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 88h00 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 72h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $260 (€210) but you can travel from only $150 (€121) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 2373 miles (3819 km) distance in 73h 47m.
Distance 2373 miles (3819 km) |
Average train duration 72h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $260 (€210) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 73h 47m |
First train 8:15 AM |
Last train 4:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Seattle, WA from $150 (€121). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
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