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The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$487

Average price

$487

Fastest journey

2 d 22 h 24 m

Average duration

2 d 22 h 24 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

3737 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA will cost around $487 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $487.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Seattle, WA on Mon, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 3737 km distance in an average of 2 d 22 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 22 h 24 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 d 22 h 24 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.

Amtrak
09:05PM70h24
Washington, DC
07:29PMSeattle, WA
$4871One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Seattle, WA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 19m.

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Flight

€403

Average price

€272

Average price

Cheapest

3d 80h 47m

Average duration

3d 80h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 19m

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Fastest

9h 19m

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3h 0m

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Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 3:06 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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amtrak98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder11:50 AM Union Station, Washington, DC
78h39
6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA2 transfers
amtrak51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder2:59 PM Union Station, Washington, DC
75h30
6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA1 transfer
amtrak51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades2:59 PM Union Station, Washington, DC
86h51
5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA2 transfers
amtrak40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder8:05 PM Union Station, Washington, DC
70h24
6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA1 transfer
amtrak40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades8:05 PM Union Station, Washington, DC
81h45
5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA

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Trains from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3d 80h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $297 (€241) but you can travel from only $126 (€103) by flight.
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
Flight from $126 (€103)
Distance
2321 miles (3736 km)
Average train duration
3d 80h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$297 (€241)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2d 70h 24m
First train
07:50
Last train
18:30
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
Flight from $126 (€103)

Train providers: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA trains

Amtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Seattle, WA from $313 (€254). 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. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Washington, DC and Seattle, WA.

Amtrak from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train information:

  • Average Duration: 70 h 24 min
  • Cheapest Price: $313
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

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