The average train between Seattle and Tacoma takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is a train service every few hours from Seattle to Tacoma. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Seattle and Tacoma. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Seattle is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Tacoma at 8:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seattle station and arriving at Tacoma station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 52 min.
Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from King Street Station.
Seattle to Tacoma train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station.
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The distance between Seattle and Tacoma is 40.2 km. The road distance is 63 km.
Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.
