5.0
Pros: We sat in different seats from the first trip They were a lot more comfortable We could stretch out our legs. Cons: Don’t know I hardly ever ride the train. Tips: Take water.
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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Vancouver to Libby. Traveling by train from Vancouver to Libby usually takes 14 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Empire Builder train can make the trip in 11 hours and 2 minutes.
Distance | 385 mi (619 km) |
Fastest train | 11h 2m |
Lowest price | $49.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Vancouver to Libby
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: We sat in different seats from the first trip They were a lot more comfortable We could stretch out our legs. Cons: Don’t know I hardly ever ride the train. Tips: Take water.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Vancouver and Libby cost $49.00, on average. This is a great bargain given the length of the route. Booking your trip at least 5 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $54.67 more.
2 train services operate from Vancouver to Libby. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 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 | 3 | 16h 24m | $76.24 |
Amtrak Empire Builder | 1 | 11h 2m | $64.69 |
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 Vancouver to Libby every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $53.
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.
The distance between Vancouver and Libby is approximately 385 miles, or 619 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 2 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Vancouver to Libby. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday 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 Vancouver at 7:00am 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.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Vancouver to Libby. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Libby to Vancouver.
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Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.
Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.
Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.
There is one train station in Vancouver.
1301 W 11th St
Libby has one train station.
100 Mineral Ave
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