The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA
Cheapest price
$225
Average price
$225
Fastest journey
19 h 23 m
Average duration
19 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
875 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $225.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA without transferring at least once.
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight8:50 PM19h23San Francisco, CA4:13 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$2251One-way1 transfer
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight8:50 PM19h23San Francisco, CA4:13 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$2251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 543 miles (875 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $167 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 22m Average total duration 18h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA:
A bus is $71 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA costing on average $238 (€192).
A bus is $129 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA costing on average $297 (€239).
Other travel options to Vancouver, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 5m.
Train takes on average 18h 52m.
Tickets start at around $238 (€192) compared to roughly $140 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-97.58 (€-78.68). The journey takes 18h 52m versus 9h 43m 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
San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:50 PM San Francisco, CA | 19h23 | 4:13 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€82) but you can travel from only $73 (€59) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 543 miles (875 km) distance in 17h 59m.
Distance 543 miles (875 km) |
Average train duration 18h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 59m |
First train 11:10 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Vancouver, WA from $73 (€59). 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 San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Vancouver, WA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro
- Gray's at the Park
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Vancouver Washington
- Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver
- Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: C-Tran services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services available
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