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The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$58

Average price

$67

Fastest journey

2 h 48 m

Average duration

4 h 34 m

Trains per day

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Bellingham, WA on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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 Cascades

05:16PM2h48

Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA

08:04PMFairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA

$581One-way

0 transfers

504 Amtrak Cascades · 518 Amtrak Cascades

01:44PM6h20

Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA

08:04PMFairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA

$771One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €28.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€43 Average price	€25 Average price Cheapest
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 12

Last updated at 6:17 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
504 Amtrak Cascades · 518 Amtrak Cascades	8:44 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA	6h20	3:04 AM Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA	1 transfer
Sunday, July 13
518 Amtrak Cascades	12:16 AM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA	2h48	3:04 AM Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA?

The best time to book your train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA.

Trains

from $24

Buses

from $23

Journey information

Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA

USA

Trains from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Distance

79 miles (128 km)

Average train duration

2h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€28)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 4m

First train

08:30

Last train

18:44

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Train providers: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA trains

Amtrak trains will get you to Bellingham, WA from Seattle, WA from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 2 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $24
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA

FAQs: Travel by train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA.

Cheap train tickets from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA can start from as little as $24 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is $49 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is on average 2 h 4 min for the 79 mile (128 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA leaves at 7: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA leaves at 7: 44 PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Bellingham, WA. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Seattle, WA and Bellingham, WA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 44 PM.

A trip to Bellingham, WA from Seattle, WA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA by train is November.

You have options as you can travel to Bellingham, WA from Seattle, WA 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA

Seattle

Bellingham

The major train station for departures in Seattle is King Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at King Street Station for your trip from Seattle to Bellingham.

King Street Station Lockers