Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Martinsburg to Vancouver. The train trip from Martinsburg to Vancouver is usually about 77 hours and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 74 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 2293 mi (3691 km) |
| Fastest train | 74h 30m |
| Lowest price | $692.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Martinsburg to Vancouver?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Martinsburg to Vancouver. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 3d 5h 23m | $708.00 |
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 Martinsburg to Vancouver every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $692.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Martinsburg and Vancouver is approximately 2293 miles, or 3691 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 77 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 74 hours and 30 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Martinsburg to Vancouver. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Martinsburg at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 Martinsburg twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Vancouver to Martinsburg.
City Information
Martinsburg
Image credit: Doug Kerr
Link to image attributionMartinsburg is a city in the lower Shenandoah Valley, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle region in West Virginia. The city is popular for the well-preserved Martinsburg Roadhouse: the only cast-iron-framed railroad structure in the US, open for weekly tours. Martinsburg also has museums and history centers, like the Belle Boyd House, General Adam Stephen House & Triple Brick Museum, and the George Children's Museum for kids. The city features outdoor entertainment spots like the War Memorial Park, Mini-Golf & Concession, and Ambrose Park for dog lovers.
Martinsburg has several nightlife attractions, especially dance nightclubs. The city also has different craft breweries and brewpubs that contribute to the vibrant craft beer scene, wineries, vineyards, and distilleries for alcohol drinkers. Main Street Martinsburg is the entertainment district in the downtown area, with several restaurants, bars, and lounge locations, combined with historically significant buildings.
You can easily access Martinsburg via companies like Amtrak Capitol Limited and Amtrak, with daily scheduled trips to the city. Wanda Coach is your best bet if you want to travel by bus into the city; once you're in Martinsburg, Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority provides public transport.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called "Hollywood North" due to the amount of movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!
If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.
Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Martinsburg?
Main departure station: 229 East Martin St
There is one train station in Martinsburg.
All train stations in Martinsburg:
229 East Martin St
Where is the train station in Vancouver?
Image credit: ZhengZhou
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Pacific Central Station
The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a bus station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighborhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, restrooms, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.
All train stations in Vancouver:
Pacific Central Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Vancouver to Martinsburg?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more