Train from Seattle to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to Austin on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Austin, TXCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 18hAverage duration
2851 kmDistance
71kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 151 - R 15 760Average duration2d 18h
71kg CO₂e
Average priceR 5 832 - R 31 940Average duration2d 21h
259kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Austin, TX, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Austin?

    The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Austin start from R 5 832. The average price for this train route is around R 6 462. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Seattle to Austin?

    The average train journey time from Seattle to Austin is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2847 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Seattle to Austin route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Austin?

    The earliest train from Seattle to Austin departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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24/01
R 5 615
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27/01
R 6 224
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R 5 385
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 385

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 385 to R 25 292 for a train ticket from Seattle to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 385, which is on 2026-01-29.

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