Travel from Seattle to Vancouver
There are a variety of ways to get from Seattle to Vancouver other than having to drive there yourself. Primary methods of travel include riding a coach, taking a train or flying. Deciding between these options will depend on what you value most between price, speed and comfort. Here is what you need to know:
Fastest time
4h 0m
Cheapest ticket
€32
Daily trips
1
Traveling by Amtrak train is the most comfortable way to get from Seattle to Vancouver. Fares start at about €32, with 1 train departing each day.
This route is serviced by Amtrak Cascades, one of the most scenic Amtrak routes in the country, with views of the Puget Sound visible out the window as you weave your way up to Canada.
Fastest time
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket
€1
Daily trips
48
With ticket prices as low as €1, and 48 trips departing throughout the day, traveling by coach between Seattle and Vancouver is an easy, budget-friendly option.
Some coach carriers servicing this route — like Boltcoach, Greyhound and Quick Shuttle — offer free Wi-Fi and power outlets, while you can earn Amtrak Guest Rewards points by booking through Amtrak Thruway.
Fastest time
0h 58m
Cheapest ticket
€74
Daily trips
18
With a typical travel time of about 1 hour for nonstop flights, taking a plane is definitely the quickest way to get from Seattle to Vancouver.
However, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport suggests arriving 2 hours prior to your scheduled flight, which makes the overall travel time more comparable to coach and train — but with significantly higher prices.
Fastest time
4h 0m
Cheapest ticket
€32
Daily trips
1
Traveling by Amtrak train is the most comfortable way to get from Seattle to Vancouver. Fares start at about €32, with 1 train departing each day.
This route is serviced by Amtrak Cascades, one of the most scenic Amtrak routes in the country, with views of the Puget Sound visible out the window as you weave your way up to Canada.
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