How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Bellingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Bellingham start from R 469. The average price for this train route is around R 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Bellingham?

The average train journey time from Tacoma to Bellingham is 6h 51m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?

The earliest train from Tacoma to Bellingham departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Train Tacoma to Bellingham from R 433 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Bellingham on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
16:47	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 17m	20:04	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
09:18	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 57m	13:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags
13:13	Tacoma Dome Station	4h 2m	17:15	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:29 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tacoma to Bellingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bellingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 626, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

165 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 626 - R 1 923	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 469 - R 1 436	Average duration6h 51m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 469

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Bellingham start from R 469. The average price for this train route is around R 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Bellingham?
The average train journey time from Tacoma to Bellingham is 6h 51m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Bellingham 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 Tacoma to Bellingham?
The earliest train from Tacoma to Bellingham departs at 13:13. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 588

10/12

R 588

Today

R 588

12/12

R 658

13/12

R 588

14/12

R 882

15/12

R 588

16/12

R 588

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Bellingham was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 588

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

You can expect to pay from R 588 to R 1 816 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Bellingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 588, which is on 2025-12-13.