5.0
Pros: Friendly workers and good service, partially on time. Cons: The Wi-Fi and time or arrival.
5.0
Pros: Train attendant was so good he was referring me with my name. From when we started the journey. Cons: Everything was 👍.
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6 trains operate daily from Lacey to Kelso. The train trip from Lacey to Kelso is usually about one hour long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can get you there in as little as 59 minutes.
| Distance | 61 mi (99 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 59m |
| Lowest price | $15.00 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cascades |
| Train lines | 2 |

Average score for trains from Lacey to Kelso
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Friendly workers and good service, partially on time. Cons: The Wi-Fi and time or arrival.
5.0
Pros: Train attendant was so good he was referring me with my name. From when we started the journey. Cons: Everything was 👍.
2 train services operate from Lacey to Kelso. Amtrak Cascades usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Cascades | 5 | 0h 59m | $29.58 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 1h 6m | $39.43 |
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 5 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Lacey to Kelso, and the average train ticket costs .
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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lacey to Kelso. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Lacey at 8:00am 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.
There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Lacey to Kelso.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kelso to Lacey.
There is one train station in Lacey.
6600 Yelm Hwy SE
Kelso has one train station.
501 S First Ave

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