What is the cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Vancouver and Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vancouver Station station and arriving at Seattle. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Vancouver to Seattle?

The distance between Vancouver and Seattle is 170 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

How do I travel from Vancouver to Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Vancouver to Seattle without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Vancouver to Seattle?

The train from Vancouver Station to Seattle takes 3h 7m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Vancouver to Seattle train from?

Vancouver to Seattle train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Vancouver Station.

Where does the Vancouver to Seattle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vancouver to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Vancouver to Seattle is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Vancouver to Seattle.

How do I get a train ticket from Vancouver to Seattle?

Book your Vancouver to Seattle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1614+ hotels available in Seattle.

Vancouver to Seattle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, tram, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Vancouver to Seattle by train (Amtrak), car, tram, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Vancouver Station to Seattletrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 7m
$55–110
Drive 164 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vancouver to Seattlecar 164 mi
2h 50m
$30–44
Tram, fly to King County International Airport
1. Take the tram from Expo Center station to Interstate/Rose Quarter stationtram
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to King County International Airport (BFI)plane PDX - BFI
3h 26m
$859–1,709
Fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, tram
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane PDX - SEA
2. Take the tram from SeaTac/Airport to Symphonytram
3h 57m
$142–342

Vancouver to Seattle by train (Amtrak)

49Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Vancouver, WA, USA and Seattle, WA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Vancouver Station to Seattle every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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