The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$536
Average price
$778
Fastest journey
2 d 22 h 32 m
Average duration
3 d 4 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
3737 km
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 $778 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $536.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA without transferring at least once.
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder11:39 AM74h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5361One-way1 transfer
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades11:39 AM86h11Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5741One-way2 transfers
40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder3:57 PM70h32Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5791One-way1 transfer
40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades3:57 PM81h53Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6171One-way2 transfers
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight11:39 AM107h12Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$7881One-way2 transfers
40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder3:57 PM70h32Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5791One-way1 transfer
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder11:39 AM74h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5361One-way1 transfer
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder10:35 AM75h54Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$9741One-way2 transfers
98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder7:20 AM79h09Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$8751One-way2 transfers
40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades3:57 PM81h53Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6171One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
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 $87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $87, and a train costs an average of $224.
Distance: 2322 miles (3737 km)
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$470 Average price | $303 Average price Cheapest | $351 Average price |
66h 54m Average total duration 66h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 84h 10m Average total duration 83h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Seattle, WA trains for today, Thursday, April 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 102h54 | 2:51 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 81h53 | 5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 70h32 | 6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, April 10 | |||||
98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder | 11:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 79h09 | 6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 108h16 | 2:51 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3 transfers | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 75h54 | 6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades | 3:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 86h11 | 5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 3:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 107h12 | 2:51 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder | 3:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 74h50 | 6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA
Trains from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 66h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $224 (€180) but you can travel from only $87 (€70) 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 70h 32m.
Distance 2322 miles (3737 km) |
Average train duration 66h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $224 (€180) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 70h 32m |
First train 7:13 AM |
Last train 6:30 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Seattle, WA from $87 (€70). 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 Washington, DC to Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA
- 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
- 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
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