Question 1

Is it safe to travel by train from Seattle to Vancouver during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

When are trains the most crowded?

Accepted Answer

Trains from Seattle to Vancouver are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 3

Which train should you take from Seattle to Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

2 train services operate from Seattle, Washington to Vancouver, Washington. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

Question 4

What is the price of a train ticket from Seattle to Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

In the last month, £19.52 was the average price of a train ticket from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 28 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £19.84 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 5

Is there a direct train from Seattle to Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Vancouver with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Vancouver to Seattle.

Question 6

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Seattle and Vancouver is approximately 137 miles, or 220 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 58 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Question 7

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Seattle at 09:00 and arrives in Vancouver around 2 hours later.

Question 8

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

Vancouver has one train station:

Question 9

Where is the train station in Seattle?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Seattle:

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Vancouver from Seattle will be about £19.84 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 11

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Seattle to Vancouver will vary between  and . Planning a train trip to Vancouver within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Seattle over the next 7 days is . Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

If you are trying to decide when to travel from Seattle to Vancouver by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Seattle to Vancouver in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Vancouver to Seattle?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Lowest price	£19.52
Fastest train	2h 58m
Trains per day	1
Train lines	2

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Cascades	1	2h 58m	£27.38
Amtrak Coast Starlight	1	3h 30m	£26.10

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