The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$566
Average price
$566
Fastest journey
2 d 17 h 15 m
Average duration
2 d 17 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3737 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $566 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $566.
It's difficult to get from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian
8 Empire Builder · 41 FloridianTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $96, and a train costs an average of $227.
Distance: 2322 miles (3737 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$678 Average price | $286 Average price Cheapest | $341 Average price |
66h 24m Average total duration 65h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 82h 46m Average total duration 82h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Seattle, WA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, 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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8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian | 12:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 65h15 | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:55 AM Seattle, WA | 65h15 | 6:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
Trains from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 65h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $227 (€180) but you can travel from only $96 (€76) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 2322 miles (3737 km) distance in 65h 15m.
Distance 2322 miles (3737 km) |
Average train duration 65h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $227 (€180) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 65h 15m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Washington, DC from $96 (€76). 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 Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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