What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria is to ferry which costs $170 - $300 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria is to ferry which takes 3h and costs $170 - $300.

Is there a direct ferry between Downtown Seattle and Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Seattle Clipper Terminal and arriving at Victoria. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Victoria?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown Seattle to Victoria. However, there are services departing from Seattle and arriving at Victoria Harbour via Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 1 and Vancouver Harbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Victoria?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Victoria is 137 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Downtown Seattle to Victoria?

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How do I travel from Downtown Seattle to Victoria without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria without a car is to ferry which takes 3h and costs $170 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria?

The ferry from Seattle Clipper Terminal to Victoria takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to Victoria train from?

Downtown Seattle to Victoria train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Victoria train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Victoria train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Vancouver station.

Where can I stay near Victoria?

There are 279+ hotels available in Victoria.

Downtown Seattle to Victoria - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Downtown Seattle to Victoria by ferry, train (Amtrak), bus, or train

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1. Take the ferry from Seattle Clipper Terminal to Victoriaferry Seattle
3h
$170–300
Train
1. Take the train from Seattle to Vancouvertrain Amtrak Cascades
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbourtrain 18
5h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seattle, WA - Convention centre to Vancouver Waterfront Station, BCbus Seattle Airport
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbourtrain 18
6h 16m

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Distance: 136.7 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Downtown Seattle, WA, USA and Victoria, BC, Canada?

FRS Clipper operates a ferry from Seattle Clipper Terminal to Victoria once daily. Tickets cost $170–300 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Seattle to Victoria Harbour via Vancouver, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 1, Burrard Station @ Platform 1, and Vancouver Harbour in around 5h 52m.

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