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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

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.

09:05PM70h24

Washington, DC

07:29PMSeattle, WA

$4871One-way

0 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 €103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 19m.

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Most popular Train	Flight
€403 Average price	€272 Average price Cheapest
3d 80h 47m Average duration 3d 80h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 19m Average duration Fastest 9h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 15

Last updated at 3:06 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder	11:50 AM Union Station, Washington, DC	78h39	6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	2 transfers
51 Cardinal · 7 Empire Builder	2:59 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	75h30	6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades	2:59 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	86h51	5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	2 transfers
40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder	8:05 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	70h24	6:29 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades	8:05 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	81h45	5:50 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	2 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

Fastest train

2d 70h 24m

First train

07:50

Last train

18:30

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

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA

FAQs: Travel by train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA.

Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA can start from as little as $272 (€221) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to Seattle, WA is $588 (€478); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train travel time is 70 h 24 min for the 2316 mile (3736 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA leaves at 7: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA leaves at 6: 30 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Washington, DC to Seattle, WA train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Seattle, WA from Washington, DC to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 30 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Seattle, WA including taking a train, bus or flight.