Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 28 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 29 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Seattle King Street Station	45m	15:05	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 30 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:50	Seattle King Street Station	45m	20:35	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 31 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	17:40	Seattle King Street Station	45m	18:25	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 1 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 2 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Seattle King Street Station	45m	15:05	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Seattle King Street Station	45m	15:05	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	19:50	Seattle King Street Station	45m	20:35	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 3 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:50	Seattle King Street Station	45m	20:35	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	47m	07:57	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	45m	09:40	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	43m	10:38	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Train	12:10	Seattle King Street Station	45m	12:55	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:35 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Tacoma

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 203, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1hAverage duration

37 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 203 - R 657	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 259 - R 555	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5847 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 259

Amtrak Seattle Tacoma recent customer reviews

On time. Efficient. Nice train station staff. The interior of the train was very dated!!!

Kirk M.

20 November 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Tacoma 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 Seattle to Tacoma?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Tacoma start from R 259. The average price for this train route is around R 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Tacoma?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Tacoma is 45m, covering a distance of 41 km. The quickest train can get you there in 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Tacoma route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Tacoma?
The earliest train from Seattle to Tacoma departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/07

R 413

26/07

R 517

Today

R 379

28/07

R 327

29/07

R 327

30/07

R 327

31/07

R 345

01/08

R 379

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Tacoma was searched and found on 28 Jul 2026 with a price of R 327

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

You can expect to pay from R 327 to R 4 713 for a train ticket from Seattle to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 327, which is on 2026-07-28.