Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Seattle King Street Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Union Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 876, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 565
Amtrak Seattle Washington recent customer reviews
I got a ticket from Seattle, WA, to Washington, DC, on Aug. 4, 2025. The trip will take 65 hours and 10 minutes to travel. It took us more than 80 hours to get to Washington, DC. It has been a terrible experience. Not only that, but it started delayed in Chicago. Rerouted to New York and to Washington, DC, it's exhausting to spend on the road without shower for 3 days
Mengesha E.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Washington start from R 3 565. The average price for this train route is around R 10 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Washington?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Washington is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 3739 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Washington?
The earliest train from Seattle to Washington departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 793To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 793 to R 37 300 for a train ticket from Seattle to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 793, which is on 2025-12-13.
