Vancouver

Train station · Vancouver

Vancouver

Train station · Vancouver

1301 W 11th St, Vancouver, WA 98660

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Amtrak Cascades scenic coastal journey, friendly staff

1301 W 11th St, Vancouver, WA 98660 Get directions

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6 Scenic Amtrak Routes to Book Just for the Views

"After a long post-covid hiatus, Amtrak Cascades has resumed its service from Vancouver, B.C., to Seattle, so passengers can yet again enjoy one of the most gorgeous coastal journeys in the country. Nothing feels more invigorating than boarding the sleek service at 6:30 a.m., coffee in hand, and sliding into a window seat in the Bistro Car to watch the morning mist lift off the water. Murky and dark, with bridges barely visible through the haze, the scene soon softens to peach and blue as the sun breaks through, warming the air to reveal inlets and bays that emerge then recede as the train curls down the coast. At times, it feels as though the train is free-wheeling across the ocean with nothing but water flanking it, and the occasional spray from waves in winter months. Rocky shores gather up against the tracks, and huge bald eagles perch on fences watching the train belt around fingers of green farmland that poke out unannounced. Passing piers, abandoned boats, and dog walkers waving up at the train, you’ll feel compelled to press your nose to the glass for the whole journey lest you miss even a moment of this extraordinary ride."

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Google

First time rider, super fun experience! Customer service at the Vancouver station was friendly and helpful. Staff on the train was exceptional. Seats large, great space for your carry on, luggage etc. Fun to be able to buy food/drinks…. Tons of options. Beautiful, relaxing trip to Seattle. Seattle train station fancy, clean and easy to maneuver. Very enjoyable first time ride. I can’t wait to do it again!

Amber Gentry

Google

Sam went above and beyond to ensure we were safe and comfortable during our travels. After we missed our original train, she kindly rebooked us on a later train with no layovers, which ended up being even better for our schedule. Despite being the only staff member on duty that day, Sam handled everything with professionalism and a smile. Her quick thinking and outstanding service made all the difference. We are so grateful for her help!

Scott McLaughlin

Google

This is a good station. Clean, friendly staff. Don't have to be very early to get on the trains. Comfortable building to wait in with food/drink vending machines. Someone should open a coffee shack right here!

Brenda Sjothun

Google

Don’t take Amtrak. It’s far better to drive. My son and I took the train from Vancouver, WA to Mt. Vernon, WA and most of the trip we had no AC on 95 degree day. It was miserable! On the trip home the train was overbooked, so we were not even guaranteed a seat on the train. There are far more convenient, comfortable ways to travel. Amtrak is a joke!

Lindsay

Google

Not a lot of rail comes through anymore. But it's nice to see some kind of infrastructure this side of the Atlantic.

Nesh D

Google

Great experience. The station was simple but still cool and original. The trip was short and sweet, and the train was clean and spacious.

David Italiano

Google

Faith in humanity: parking, leaving my car overnight 2 nights felt risky these days, but just did it no problem. checked police report for the last year and saw no theft there. just grateful one can use mass transit and not have to expect a smashed window. homeless camp right around the corner and they are just living the best they can I guess, not bothering our overnight parking. thanks.

Pete the Traveler

Google

A station possessing all amenities one may need, frequent trains, bathrooms, outlets, staff, ticket kiosks, and interesting information and model railroading displays. The area around the station is run down and has some homeless camps in it, but I did not see anyone suspicious in the vicinity of the station, however I still would not walk to this station.