The cheapest and fastest trains from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, 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 SeaTac, WA will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 4 trains that leave Vancouver, WA for SeaTac, WA on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
508 Amtrak Cascades7:43 PM3h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$811One-way0 transfers
14 Coast Starlight4:16 PM3h35Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$811One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:43 PM2h46Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:29 PMTukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA$881One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:25 PM3h04Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:29 PMTukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA$1021One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:43 PM2h46Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:29 PMTukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA$881One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:25 PM3h04Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:29 PMTukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA$1021One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:43 PM3h07Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$811One-way0 transfers
14 Coast Starlight4:16 PM3h35Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. 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 train costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $252.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $318 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA costing on average $37 (€30).
A train is $283 (€232) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA costing on average $318 (€260).
Other travel options to SeaTac, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (3h 0m by train vs 3h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
500 Amtrak Cascades | 6:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h04 | 9:49 AM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
500 Amtrak Cascades | 7:03 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h46 | 9:49 AM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
500 Amtrak Cascades | 7:03 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 10:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 Amtrak Cascades | 2:10 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h06 | 5:16 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 Amtrak Cascades | 2:28 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h48 | 5:16 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 Amtrak Cascades | 2:28 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h09 | 5:37 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 4:16 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h35 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 5:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h04 | 8:59 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 6:13 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 9:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 6:13 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h46 | 8:59 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:25 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h04 | 10:29 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:43 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 3h07 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:43 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h46 | 10:29 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA
Trains from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Vancouver, WA and SeaTac, WA from $28 (€23). 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 SeaTac, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, 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 SeaTac, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA
Most Vancouver, WA to SeaTac, WA trains use the Vancouver Station to King Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Vancouver, WA and SeaTac, WA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Vancouver, WA station do trains to SeaTac, WA leave from?
Getting to Vancouver Station from Vancouver city centre
Vancouver Station is 2 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver Station train station facilities and services
Vancouver Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro, Gray's at the Park
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vancouver Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vancouver Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vancouver Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vancouver Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Vancouver Washington, Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver, Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites.
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