Find yourself looking for train trips in Washington State? Road trips are great, but if you want to see the Evergreen State from a vantage point you’ve never seen, take one of these train rides near Seattle in Washington. We’ve got some beautiful options for train travel here. Not driving means not having to deal with traffic or fill-ups, and you’ll have a much easier time enjoying the amazing scenery.

1. Seattle to Bellingham (Amtrak Cascades)

Amtrak Cascades, 555 13th St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
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Why not take a day train trip from Seattle and head somewhere else on an Amtrak train for the day? These European-style trains run along a 467-mile corridor. The route goes all the way from Vancouver, British Columbia down to Eugene, Oregon, so it encompasses the majority of the Pacific Northwest. The trains are even named after Northwest mountains! Read further on about the Amtrak Cascades.

2. Snoqualmie to North Bend (Snoqualmie Valley Railroad)

Snoqualmie Valley Railroad, Snoqualmie, WA, USA
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On select weekends (typically from April to October), you can utilize this picturesque railroad and train ride near me in Washington State. Start in Snoqualmie and ride back to North Bend, where you can spend the day shopping or exploring the town. Or, you can start in North Bend and spend your afternoon at Snoqualmie Falls. This five-mile ride is one of the best railroad excursions in Washington.

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3. Spokane to Ephrata (Amtrak Empire Builder)

Ephrata, Washington, 90 Alder Street NW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA
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This two-hour train ride will take you through some amazing Eastern Washington scenery. You'll travel through country and city, making it one of the best unique day train trips in Washington State. Ephrata's Amtrak station is right next to several great shops and restaurants, and you've only got a 10-minute walk to the Grant County Historical Museum. There is also a lot to do in Spokane.

4. The Wild West Train (Chehalis-Centralia Railway)

Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, 1101 SW Sylvenus St, Chehalis, WA 98532, USA
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This two-hour train trip will let you ride in a 1920s coach and be a part of the action as actors play out Wild West roles. You'll get a beautiful meal on linen tablecloths, and enjoy dessert and coffee on the way back to calm your nerves. Learn more about the Chehalis-Centralia Railway. There are a number of other fun themed scenic train trips in Washington.

5. Vancouver to Seattle (Amtrak Cascades)

Amtrak Cascades, 555 13th St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
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If you live in Southern Washington, but enjoy an occasional trip to the city, the 3.5-hour train ride from Vancouver to Seattle is a great option. Seattle has all the public transportation you’ll need to check out any neighborhood, and if you leave in the morning, you’ll be back home in time to sleep in your own bed. It is a great choice for a day train trip to Seattle. Check out some things to do in Seattle.

Have you taken any of these unique day train rides in Washington State? Do you have any favorite day train trips from Seattle? Tell us in the comments! Need somewhere to stay while you’re exploring? Check out all the options from our friends at Trivago.

This is just a small sample of some of the great train rides you can take in our state. Check out some historic railroads in Washington state.

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Lisa Sammons | August 12, 2021

What are some unique day trips in Washington?

There are so many fantastic day trips in Washington State! Whether you're looking for big cities or small towns, we've got plenty to see.

  • The little town of La Conner is a quiet little gem.
  • The Methow Valley offers a Wild West-type town that will make you feel like you stepped back in time about 200 years. This is my kind of place, for sure!
  • And of course, Seattle is amazing and offers much to do.

 

What are some great small towns in Washington?

Finding some great small towns in Washington isn't hard.

  • We mentioned La Conner above, but it's such a wonderful city that it deserves a second mention!
  • Winlock is also very notable. If for nothing else, it has the world's largest egg, which is a pretty egg-cellent claim to fame.

 

What are some must-visit restaurants in Washington?

The list of must-visit restaurants in Washington is pretty big. Consider hitting up some after your day train trip in Washington State.

  • Serious Pie has some, well, serious pizza pie. With a name like that, I'm adding it to my bucket list!
  • If you're looking for an extra-successful Taco Tuesday in Washington, why not take the Taco Trail? It's an entire road trip centered around tacos (does it get any better than that?)

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