There are almost 20 Amtrak stations in Washington State and three routes that provide rail service: Empire Builder, Coast Starlight and Amtrak Cascades. The Empire Builder travels cross-country and the other two routes travel up and down the West Coast. Explore Washington Amtrak stations below to learn more.
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Washington Amtrak Stations
Washington Amtrak Routes
- Cascades: Eugene-Vancouver BC
- Coast Starlight: Los Angeles-Seattle
- Empire Builder: Seattle-Chicago via Montana
Washington State Trip Ideas
- Don’t miss the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in April if you’re looking for a spring trip idea. Book a tour from Seattle or from the Mt. Vernon Amtrak Station.
- Discover downtown Bellingham, Washington on First Fridays Art Walk each month. You can also walk from the station to reach a ferry to Alaska.
- Head to Everett, Washington on Thursdays in July and August for Music at the Marina.
- Seattle is warmest and driest in July and August, a great time to visit Mt. Rainier National Park. Day tours from Seattle are a great option if you don’t want to rent a car.
- Leavenworth (a Bavarian-themed village in the mountains) has special events all year round, including outdoor summer theater performances, an Oktoberfest, Christmastown and Winter Karneval.
More Information
- 10 best stops on the Coast Starlight
- 10 best stops on the Cascades route
- Coast Starlight vs Amtrak Cascades
- Amtrak to Leavenworth
- Amtrak to Glacier National Park
Last updated November 2025