The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$538
Average price
$595
Fastest journey
3 d 1 h 47 m
Average duration
3 d 4 h 31 m
Trains per day
8
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 $595 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $538.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA without transferring at least 2 times.
143 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
143 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder
143 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak CascadesTravel 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 $149. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $149, and a train costs an average of $347.
Distance: 2373 miles (3819 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$561 Average price | $480 Average price | $404 Average price Cheapest |
73h 49m Average total duration 73h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 69h 21m Average total duration 68h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 78h14 | 7:29 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Philadelphia, PA | 85h24 | 7:05 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 85h08 | 6:50 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 73h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $347 (€276) but you can travel from only $126 (€100) 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 73h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $347 (€276) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 73h 47m |
First train 08:15 |
Last train 16:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Seattle, WA from $126 (€100). 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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