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How to get to Tacoma by train
| Routes | 18 |
| Trips per day | 96 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Tacoma
Tacoma has seen some hard times in recent years, but the city is receiving many new revival attempts, turning it into a charming town with its own unique attractions. For those interested in the history of the city, as well as the creativity of its residents, head towards the Museum District, which houses numerous interesting museums such as the Tacoma Art Museum and the Washington State History Museum. While in the area, don’t miss out on the chance to marvel at the architectural ingenuity of the Bridge of Glass. If you wish to enjoy a bit of outdoor air, diving into the cold water of American Lake in Lakewood in the morning is bound to make you happy.
Seafood has always been among Tacoma’s finest offerings, and the best place to enjoy these dishes is Duke’s Chowder House, which features a bay view. For a more exquisite taste, head over to Indochine, a pan-Asian restaurant featuring mouth watering dishes.
The main bus station and the Amtrak train station in Tacoma are both near downtown, just a few blocks from each other. Tacoma is served by Amtrak’s Cascades and Coast Starlight lines. The city’s main airport is Seattle–Tacoma International and it sits 22 miles north of the city.
Station Information
Image credit: WSDOT/AmtrakCascades
Link to image attributionThe Amtrak station in Tacoma is located at 422 E 25th St, near I-5 and close to the Tacoma Dome. The Tacoma Dome Station is served by Amtrak Cascades, which travels between Vancouver, BC, Seattle, Portland, and Eugene, and Amtrak’s Coast Starlight from Seattle to Los Angeles. Local Sound Transit's commuter rail station is next door. The bus terminal on Puyallup Ave is across the street from the train station complex for easy transfers to local or intercity buses. The station complex includes two parking garages and a customer service center with restrooms and vending machines. Nearby attractions in Tacoma include Freighthouse Square, a shopping mall inside an old depot, and several museums like the Washington State History Museum and the Museum of Glass.
Popular train stations in Tacoma:
422 E. 25th St.
What train companies travel to Tacoma, Washington?
Located in Washington, Tacoma is accessible by train from 18 other cities. You can choose from 96 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Tacoma on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Tacoma are also available.
Train companies serving Tacoma
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 221 | 1d 2h 50m | $162.17 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 22 | 10h 48m | $84.13 |
| Amtrak Cascades | 17 | 2h 25m | $34.76 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
The Cascades is a passenger train service operated by Amtrak that runs between Vancouver, BC and Eugene, OR. Not only is the Cascades one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the trains also offer free WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and refreshments available for purchase.
Which train carrier has the best service to Tacoma?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Tacoma by train with Amtrak Coast Starlight giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Coast Starlight had the most comfortable train service to Tacoma taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Coast Starlight offers. They rate Amtrak Coast Starlight a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Tacoma punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Cascades has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Tacoma, rating them a 4.3 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Tacoma is 422 E. 25th St.. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Tacoma.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3d 21h 59m | $535.59 |
| Eugene | 6h 58m | $58.59 |
| Seattle | 5h 13m | $63.56 |
| Salem | 5h 12m | $55.79 |
| Los Angeles | 1d 8h 46m | $191.99 |
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