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There are usually 15 daily bus trips available from Seattle to Edmonds.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price$15.77 | Avg. Price$11.77 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips15 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration0h 42m | Duration0h 26m |
3 trains operate daily from Seattle to Edmonds. The train trip from Seattle to Edmonds is usually about 27 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can get you there in as little as 24 minutes.
Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 24m |
Lowest price | $10.00 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cascades |
Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Seattle to Edmonds
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Pros: Love travelling by train. Tips: Check out the train for long and short journeys it's a great alternative.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Seattle to Edmonds was $10.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 20 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $4.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
By booking your train trip from Seattle to Edmonds on Wanderu at least 20 days ahead of time, you can save about $4.00 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Seattle to Edmonds. Amtrak Cascades 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 |
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Amtrak Cascades | 2 | 0h 25m | $12.24 |
Amtrak Empire Builder | 1 | 0h 32m | $10.38 |
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 2 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Seattle to Edmonds, and the average train ticket costs .
The Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Seattle to Edmonds. 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 Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Seattle at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Seattle to Edmonds.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Edmonds to Seattle.
Seattle is a must-see destination on the West Coast of the United States, offering many unique activities for any type of traveler. However, we're confident every visitor will enjoy the view of Mount Rainier from the top of Seattle's iconic Space Needle. Outdoor enthusiasts can bike, hike, boat, and ski in one of the top cities for outdoor activities in the U.S., while soaking in the Pacific Northwest's natural beauty (and yes, some rain as well). Urban explorers will love walking through Pike Place Market and experiencing Seattle's museums and public art, like the scenic Olympic Sculpture Park. These offerings and more make Seattle one of the best vacation destination in Washington.
Known for its coffee culture and as the birthplace of Starbucks, Seattle is also one of the top 5 craft beer cities in the U.S., which is ideal for those who prefer to experience the taste of a city served up in a latte mug or a pint glass.
Seattle is home to the largest airport in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, but there are plenty of other ways to continue your travels from the Emerald City. A short ferry ride to Bainbridge Island includes the chance to see orca whales in the Puget Sound, or you can catch the Amtrak Cascades train or one of several affordable bus options from the historic King Street Station to other exciting Northwest cities in British Columbia, Oregon and beyond.
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Link to image attributionKing Street Station is the main station for Amtrak train service and Greyhound bus service in Seattle, with connections to local public transit like the Link Light Rail and King County Metro at the International District/Chinatown station one block away. Located near downtown Seattle in the trendy Pioneer Square neighborhood, King Street Station opened in 1906 and continues to impress travelers with its restored Italian architecture and Venetian-style clocktower. King Street Station has on-site Amtrak staff, restrooms, and vending machines, and while there are no restaurants in the station, several nearby coffee shops and eateries make it easy to fuel up before your trip.
King St Station - 303 S Jackson St
Edmonds has one train station.
211 Railroad Ave
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