How much is the train ticket from Olympia to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Seattle start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Olympia to Seattle?

The average train ride duration from Olympia to Seattle is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Olympia to Seattle route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Olympia to Seattle?

The earliest train departs from Olympia to Seattle at 8:40am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Train Olympia to Seattle from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 50m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	12:35pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 32m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 50m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	7:50pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	4:05pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 32m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 32m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 50m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:50pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	11:55am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	2:05pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:50pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	9:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 30m	10:10am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	4:05pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 32m	5:37pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 50m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	1h 50m	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Olympia to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $53	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $51	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $17

Amtrak Olympia Seattle recent customer reviews

Comfortable and easy to navigate

Laura W.

September 30, 2024

Everything was good

Karen B.

September 19, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Olympia to Seattle by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Olympia to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Seattle start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Olympia to Seattle?
The average train ride duration from Olympia to Seattle is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Olympia to Seattle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Olympia to Seattle?
The earliest train departs from Olympia to Seattle at 8:40am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$15

12/10

$15

Today

$15

12/12

$29

12/13

$15

12/14

$22

12/15

$15

12/16

$15

The cheapest trip from Olympia to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $150 for a train ticket from Olympia to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Olympia to Seattle?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 40m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 30m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between Olympia and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from Olympia to Seattle in about 1h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!