How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Kelso?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Kelso start from R 444. The average price for this train route is around R 444. 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 Kelso?

The average train journey time from Seattle to Kelso is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Kelso route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Kelso?

The earliest train from Seattle to Kelso departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:50.

Train Seattle to Kelso from R 409 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Kelso on 25 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:50	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	22:10	Kelso Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Kelso on 26 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 34m	12:29	Kelso Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Kelso on 27 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 34m	12:29	Kelso Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Kelso on 28 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:50	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	22:10	Kelso Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 34m	12:29	Kelso Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Kelso on 3 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	Fastest
Train	07:10	Seattle King Street Station	2h 22m	09:32	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 20m	11:15	Kelso Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	2h 34m	12:29	Kelso Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:48 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Kelso

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kelso. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 444, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 20mAverage duration

168 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 444 - R 986	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 444 - R 4 507	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5761 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 444

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Kelso 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 Kelso?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Kelso start from R 444. The average price for this train route is around R 444. 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 Kelso?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Kelso is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Kelso route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Kelso?
The earliest train from Seattle to Kelso departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

22/02

R 639

23/02

R 409

Today

R 409

25/02

R 409

26/02

R 508

27/02

R 573

28/02

R 409

01/03

R 409

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Kelso was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of R 409

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

You can expect to pay from R 409 to R 3 109 for a train ticket from Seattle to Kelso based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 409, which is on 2026-02-25.