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

The cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle, WA is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vancouver to Seattle, WA is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Vancouver and Seattle, WA?

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, WA?

The distance between Vancouver and Seattle, WA is 170 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vancouver to Seattle, WA without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $50 - $120.

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

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, WA train from?

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

Where does the Vancouver to Seattle, WA train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vancouver to Seattle, WA?

Yes, the driving distance between Vancouver to Seattle, WA is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Vancouver to Seattle, WA.

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

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Where can I stay near Seattle, WA?

There are 1610+ hotels available in Seattle, WA.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Vancouver to Seattle, WA 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
$50–120
Drive 163.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vancouver to Seattle, WAcar 163.8 mi
2h 51m
$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 31m
$759–1,609
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 Int'l Dist/Chinatowntram
3h 54m
$142–332

Vancouver to Seattle, WA by train (Amtrak)

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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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 $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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