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Tacoma - Cannon Beach Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Tacoma to Cannon Beach. Traveling by train from Tacoma to Cannon Beach usually takes 9 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 6 hours and 52 minutes.

Distance118 mi (191 km)
Fastest train6h 52m
Lowest price$39.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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What is the price of a train ticket from Tacoma to Cannon Beach?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Tacoma to Cannon Beach was $44.33. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $13.92 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Monthly avg. prices

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Mark your calendar for January if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Cannon Beach. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $44. If you're planning a trip from Tacoma to Cannon Beach during August, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $66 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Which train should you take from Tacoma to Cannon Beach?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Tacoma to Cannon Beach. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak39h 14m$49.04
  • 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 3 Amtrak trains from Tacoma to Cannon Beach every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $39.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Tacoma to Cannon Beach, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Tacoma and Cannon Beach is approximately 118 miles, or 191 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 52 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 Tacoma to Cannon Beach tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Tacoma at 7:00am 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.

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Cannon Beach to Tacoma.

City Information

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

Where is the train station in Tacoma?

422 E 25th Ave  - TACAMT-0

Image credit: WSDOT/AmtrakCascades

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Main departure station: 422 E. 25th St.

The 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.

All train stations in Tacoma:

  • 422 E. 25th St.

Where is the train station in Cannon Beach?

Main arrival station: 1170 South Hemlock St

Cannon Beach has one train station.

All train stations in Cannon Beach:

  • 1170 South Hemlock St

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