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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Lacey to Bellingham. Traveling by train from Lacey to Bellingham usually takes 4 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can make the trip in 3 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 120 mi (192 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 59m |
| Lowest price | €31.75 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Lacey to Bellingham
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: It was overall pleasant except for my return trip from Lacey to Bellingham was not good. Cons: My trip going back from Lacey to Bellingham was not good as it was supposed to be direct by train but they had train troubles south of Seattle so we had to wait over 2 hrs in Lacey for the bus to Seattle.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Lacey and Bellingham cost €34.40, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Bellingham. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €14.99 more.
2 train services operate from Lacey to Bellingham. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 4h 38m | €39.12 |
| Amtrak Cascades | 1 | 3h 59m | €44.21 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Lacey to Bellingham every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €32.
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. There are an average of 1 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Lacey to Bellingham, and the average train ticket costs .
The distance between Lacey and Bellingham is approximately 120 miles, or 192 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 59 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Lacey to Bellingham on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Lacey at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. 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 Lacey 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 Bellingham 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 Bellingham to Lacey.
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Bellingham is a scenic coastal city nestled between Mount Baker and the Puget Sound in Washington State. Its waterfront port is the launch point for fishing trips, leisure boating, and cruises to Alaska — a convenient starting point, since the city is only 25 miles south of the Canadian border. Sprawling Whatcom Falls Park showcases the best of the Northwest's natural forested beauty, one of the features that make Bellingham a top Washington destination. Plus, it's only a short drive to the #1 most instagrammable National Park, North Cascades National Park.
Kiddos will light up when they visit the SPARK Museum of Electrical Inventions, home to hands-on science exhibits and live demonstrations. If you're traveling without kids, prepare to hit up Bellingham's brewery scene. Bars, wineries, cideries, and more fine establishments offer quality drinks at prices that still lure students from local Western Washington University. Find some of the best restaurants and shops in the Fairhaven Historic District, distinctive for its Victorian architecture and views over Bellingham Bay.
FlixBus, Quick Shuttle, and Amtrak Thruway buses connect Bellingham to major cities in the Northwest like Seattle. Ambitious travelers can even travel to Bellingham by bus from Minneapolis! Bellingham's proximity to Canada makes it easy to travel to Vancouver, BC via bus or train on the Amtrak Cascades. Several airlines fly into Bellingham International Airport, but Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is only about 2 hours away if you need to catch a flight to farther destinations.
There is one train station in Lacey.
6600 Yelm Hwy SE
Bellingham has one train station.
401 Harris Ave
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