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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: SeattleDeparture location: Seattle King Street StationArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: SeattleDeparture location: Seattle King Street StationArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to San FranciscoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers have praised the comfortable seating and helpful staff during check-in. However, there were issues with the cafe, broken microwave leading to no hot food early on, and problems with toilets. Despite these challenges, customers found the staff to be pleasant overall. Some passengers expressed satisfaction with their first experience and plan to choose this bus service again in the future.
Amtrak Seattle San Francisco recent customer reviews
The seating in coach was very comfortable, check in went well, and very helpful. Issues with the cafe, microwave broke down, so no hot food quite early in the trip & then toilets were an issue. Apart from that staff were very helpful and pleasant
Dianne M.
This is the first I took, I enjoyed this services very much,and will choose this bus soon.
Yingyu C.
Seattle to San Francisco Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - San Francisco
How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to San Francisco cost?
The average train ticket price from Seattle to San Francisco is US$126. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Seattle to San Francisco?
A train trip between Seattle and San Francisco is around 23h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1095 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Seattle and San Francisco?
The number of trains from Seattle to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of US$105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to San Francisco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$105 to US$1,026 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$105 which is on 2025-04-30.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Seattle and San Francisco compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
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Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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