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

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$180

Average price

$186

Fastest journey

7 h 42 m

Average duration

11 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

367 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Spokane, WA on Wed, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 11 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 14 h 22 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.

11 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder

09:55AM14h22

King Street Station, Seattle, WA

12:17AMSpokane Station, Spokane, WA

$1801One-way

1 transfer

8 Empire Builder

04:55PM7h42

King Street Station, Seattle, WA

12:37AMSpokane Station, Spokane, WA

$1921One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €85.

Distance: 228 miles (367 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€133 Average price	€50 Average price Cheapest	€225 Average price
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 8

Last updated at 1:56 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder	4:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	14h22	7:17 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA	1 transfer
8 Empire Builder	11:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	7h42	7:37 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA?

The best time to book your train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Seattle, WA to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA.

Trains

from $76

Buses

from $41

Flights

from $108

Journey information

Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA

USA

Trains from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€66) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) 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 $44 (€35)

Distance

228 miles (367 km)

Average train duration

8h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

$83 (€66)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

7h 42m

First train

03:19

Last train

16:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $44 (€35)

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

Travel between Seattle, WA and Spokane, WA from $27 (€22) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

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.

Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: $27
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA

FAQs: Travel by train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA.

Cheap train tickets from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA can start from as little as $27 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA is $138 (€110); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Seattle, WA and Spokane, WA is on average 7 h 42 min for the 228 mile (367 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Seattle, WA and Spokane, WA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA leaves at 3: 19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA leaves at 10: 15 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 15 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA is February.

You have options as you can travel to Spokane, WA from Seattle, WA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Seattle, WA to Spokane, WA

Seattle

Spokane

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 Spokane.

King Street Station Lockers