The cheapest and fastest trains from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
458 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vancouver, WA for Spokane, WA on Thu, Feb 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 458 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 8 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 17 h 34 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.
28 Empire Builder
517 Amtrak Cascades · 28 Empire Builder
11 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder
500 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder
504 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder
28 Empire Builder
517 Amtrak Cascades · 28 Empire Builder
11 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder
504 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder
500 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire BuilderTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 284 miles (458 km)
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$101 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $286 Average price |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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504 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder | 6:58 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 13h39 | 8:37 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | ||
11 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder | 9:15 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 11h02 | 8:17 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | ||
517 Amtrak Cascades · 28 Empire Builder | 11:09 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 9h08 | 8:17 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | ||
| Thursday, February 26 | ||||||
28 Empire Builder | 1:09 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 7h08 | 8:17 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 0 transfersDirect | ||
500 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder | 3:03 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 17h34 | 8:37 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA
Trains from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 17:09. The fastest train covers the 284 miles (458 km) distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 284 miles (458 km) |
Average train duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 03:19 |
Last train 17:09 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Vancouver, WA and Spokane, WA from $46 (€36). 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 Vancouver, WA to Spokane, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vancouver, WA to Spokane, 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Steam Plant Kitchen + Brewery
- Wild Sage American Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- The Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection
- The Historic Davenport, Autograph Collection
- Hotel Ruby
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Spokane Transit Authority services available
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