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Emeryville to Vancouver Train Schedule

Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Emeryville and Vancouver. The average train journey from Emeryville to Vancouver takes 20 hours and 12 minutes, but some Amtrak Coast Starlight train trips are as short as 18 hours and 32 minutes.

	Distance	540 mi (869 km)
	Fastest train	18h 32m
	Lowest price	CHF 72.69
	Trains per day	1
	Most frequent service	Amtrak
	Train lines	2

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Emeryville to Vancouver

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Samuel

January 16, 2020

Amtrak Coast Starlight

Awesome trip thank you for providing me with tickets

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

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Emeryville to Vancouver was CHF 91.23. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Emeryville and Vancouver. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Vancouver if you book your train tickets at least 29 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 73.46.

Average train ticket prices from Emeryville to Vancouver by travel date

For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Emeryville to Vancouver will range from CHF 83 to CHF 181. If you're planning to travel by train to Vancouver in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Emeryville you can find in the next 7 days is CHF 95. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.

Monthly avg. prices

You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Emeryville to Vancouver, with the average price at just CHF 84. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in July, when the average price goes up to CHF 147. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Emeryville to Vancouver on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about CHF 73.46 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Emeryville to Vancouver?

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

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	22h 0m	CHF 113.92
Amtrak Coast Starlight	1	18h 32m	CHF 148.65

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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Emeryville to Vancouver every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 77.
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.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Emeryville to Vancouver

The distance between Emeryville and Vancouver is approximately 540 miles, or 869 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 20 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 18 hours and 32 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Emeryville to Vancouver tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Emeryville at 9:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Emeryville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Vancouver faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Vancouver to Emeryville.

City Information

Emeryville

Emeryville is the true hometown of Nemo, Buzz, and Mike Wazowski-- or at least the hometown of Pixar, the studio that created them. Located in Alameda County, right next to San Francisco, Emeryville is considered one of California's best residential areas. Locals of Emeryville enjoy a dense urban vibe, with numerous bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

If you love food, visit one of the most exquisite restaurants in Emeryville. The Old Stamp House is a restaurant where every crew member wants you to have a great time on each food course. They show incredible food knowledge and appreciation, as well as where and how the food was sourced.

There are almost limitless ways of transport, from bikes and buses to taxis, trains, and planes. Amtrak has multiple lines that stop in Emeryville, including the California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, and Capitol Corridor, on the way to cities like San Francisco, Sacramento, and even Chicago. San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport are the two major international airports that serve Emeryville and are only 25 and 10 miles away, respectively.

Vancouver

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Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.

Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.

Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Emeryville?

Main departure station: 5885 Horton St

There is one train station in Emeryville.

All train stations in Emeryville:

5885 Horton St

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Main arrival station: 1301 W 11th St

Vancouver has one train station.

All train stations in Vancouver:

1301 W 11th St

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