The King Street Union Station is only few blocks from the Seattle Seahawk's Lumen field Stadium. Actually the ramp from the station to street level has a wonderful view of the arena. The station primarily servers Amtrak trains, but there's adjacent entrance to the subway line as well, accessible via the ramp. The main building of the station has the iconic clock tower. The station's interior was also beautiful, with high ceilings, art decor on the walls, marble floors and shafts. There were plenty of benches for passengers to sit. Multiple displays were showing the arrival times of the trains. The atmosphere inside the station was much nicer than its exterior suddronding. Once we got to the station, we went to the baggage drop off area. A friendly staff member behind the counter helped us with weighing both of our luggages, tagging them and lining them up for the train. Our train arrived at the platform on time. Our tickets were checked at the door. Staff members were available on the platform to help us find the correct car. Overall I had a wonderful experience of boarding Amtrak train for the first time ever from this station. read more

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We booked tickets Seattle to Portland in advance. Got the business class. Ground crew was very efficient and helpful. Checked baggage is available at both Seattle (King St) and Portland (Union Station). Passengers can also check up to four bags, first two free, next two with charge, 50 lbs per luggage. Lots of benches for travelers. Coffee station. Bathroom is good. Information board is clear. There was a homeless guy with blood on the head came to sit on a bench. Security came and asked if they need to call ambulance. Some words exchanged. Didn't escalate the situation. We left around that point. I think the security handled it well. Hopefully the guy got medical attention. read more

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Stunning Architecture & Practical Tips for the Seattle-Vancouver Trek ​King Street Station is a masterpiece of historical architecture. The interior is breathtaking, featuring a grand waiting room with high, ornate white plaster ceilings and beautifully restored mosaic floors. It feels like stepping back into a golden age of rail travel. ​For those taking the Amtrak Cascades to Vancouver, here is some essential advice: ​Check-in: Even with an e-boarding pass, you must visit the ticket office first to show your passport. They'll give you a paper slip for boarding, which the conductor later places above your seat. Arrive at least 45 minutes early! ​Onboard: Sit on the left side for the best coastal views. The train is warm and comfortable with very friendly staff. Wi-Fi is spotty, but power outlets are available. I'd recommend bringing your own food as the bistro options are limited. ​Winter Travel: Be aware that Amtrak can face delays in the winter. My train arrived about 30 minutes late this time, which is something to keep in mind for your schedule. ​Arrival at Pacific Central Station: You cannot disembark all at once; there is a priority order. If you checked bags, you'll collect them right on the platform. ​Customs: After exiting the train, you must pass through Canadian immigration and customs. While it can take 30 minutes to an hour to exit the station, my experience this time was very smooth and efficient! ​A beautiful, classic way to travel--just give yourself a buffer for winter timing! read more

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Book your tickets in advance! That's my advice to you. We had plans to leave Seattle and take the train to Portland but... who knew that was the Disney train! Sold out. We ended up on a bus leaving from a different destination. I can share this is a beautiful facility. Very clean and the employees we dealt with were very nice. read more

King Street Station - Train Stations Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This station was gorgeous and a lovely place to wait for our next cross country train trip on the #8 Empire Builder 2-day route Seattle to Chicago. Amazing architecture to take in while we waited and also informative displays detailing the history of the station and the rehabilitation project to reclaim its original beauty. I wish there had been more food and drink options available during our long wait time, but I did enjoy a hot coffee drink from a small vendor located in the corner of the station. Large room was a bit drafty, not unexpected with the hustle and bustle of people arriving and departing and exterior doors opening directly to the outside nearby. Clear signage displayed in several places located around the room to keep passengers informed regarding train schedules. Station master and employees were all fairly friendly and helpful, very business-like. We had all reserved individual roomettes and therefore were directed to a separate waiting area when boarding time approached. Boarding happens very quickly. Restrooms were clean and fully stocked. Benches and individual seating were fairly comfortable. The station was a little over 1/2 full during our visit there and we did not feel crowded. read more

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This review is a warning of caution regarding the rogue taxis waiting out front. I jumped in one too soon and realized that I was not comfortable - the dashboard was full of garbage & fast food wrappers, and there was No Meter. We negotiated a fee (higher than what a metered fare would have been) but this transaction should not have happened. Check the cab for a meter prior to getting in it - you shouldn't have to but you need to. Avoid the folks with this card. By the way, the website does not exist. Who is the authorized cab service of King Street Station? I'd love to see this situation cleaned up to offer Amtrak riders clean, professional, metered rides from the station. read more

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Efficient train Amtrak system. Easy travel from BC to Seattle and then on to Portland. Dining car, while not gourmet, has a variety of food and beverages to satisfy. Enjoy! read more

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This is Seattle's train station. Such as for Amtrak. I have used the train here going from Seattle to Portland. As in most cities, the building architecture is gorgeous inside and out. The interior spaciousness, though, is almost a drawback when it comes to logistics of queueing for various parts of the train travel journey - and for hearing anything that the staff say. I found it confusing but maybe that's just me! The station itself is convenient to Seattle's International District. You could also easily switch from train to light rail or bus here or get a cab. read more

Clean station. Noisy when full. Not enough seating for a full train. We are delayed 1.5 hours and people are sitting on the floors around the station while we wait. No access to food, there are water faucets and fountains. Bathrooms were out of toilet paper in a few stalls. read more

King Street Station - The building has interesting architecture inside. - Train Stations Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I haven't fully utilized this station but from my visits to it, I do like it. King Street Station is a historic Station, it first opened to the public in 1906 making it well over 100 years old. Reed and Stem, who were involved with New York City's historic Grand Central Terminal, designed the station. The San Marco bell tower of Venice, Italy, served as the model for the building's familiar clock tower. The structure was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. I've had to pick up friends from here after they've arrived on their buses and day or night it's gone fairly well. There is often a line formed by ride shares/taxis and others picking up. I've never had much trouble getting in and out of there, though there are a lot of people walking around so you do have to be careful. read more

King Street Station - Rear of Station and tower while walking toward stadiums - Train Stations Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a clean and organized Amtrak station in downtown Seattle. There are a few parking spaces available at the drop off entrance and not much traffic in the area on a Black Friday morning. We are taking the Coast Starlight home and it is very convenient to not have to deal with airports, TSA, or traffic. The restrooms are easy to find and baggage drop off easy, too. I would recommend to have a few more vendor options in the train's heat. read more

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A very beautiful station. Since we took business class to go to Vancouver, we had a dedicated area to sit, and to board the train first. All Amtrak staff was very polite and helpful. read more

This train station is merely a necessity and I fully understand this. If you're coming in or leaving on Amtrak you really don't have many options. None in fact. Also not even a vending machine, needless to say some hot food, is kind of weird. It's pretty but that's it. Union Station in Chicago has a similar look, but is 100 times better. I'll give King Street Station a two instead of a one because the security were very nice. read more

Took the Empire Builder from Milwaukee to Seattle. So many good things to say about this trip. The crew worked hard to make us comfortable. The food was better than expected. Way better than airline food and we had a roomette, it is considered a first class sleeper so our three meals a day were included. If you're not in a sleeper you had to pay $40/meal. Not sure I would do that. Our room also got us free soft drinks. Our train car's AC was not working in the room, just the hall so we had to sleep with our doors open, but the cabin guy stayed up in the hall way looking out for everyone. I was bummed that they could not move us to other cars but I get it. However we payed for comfort and did not get it. Once in Seattle we took the 517 on our last leg of our journey. Again the staff on board were amazing. read more

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They close the doors 5 minutes early, so arrive beforehand! We missed our first train and the staff was really helpful and didn't hesitate to move us to the next departure at no additional cost. They're very professional and helpful here without being abrasive to handling public confrontation from difficult travelers. I enjoyed this train station and was in awe of just how beautiful it was. It's a nice spot to hang out while waiting for your train to arrive. It's monitored by security at the entrance, so you just show your ticket and then relax in a safe space until it's departure time! read more

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I walked by king street station only because i was not taking a train but just passing by but it's beautiful and well Maintained outside read more

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The station looks nice even decorations were during winter holidays. But absolutely lack of services. The area is already very isolated from town and specially when you come very early/late for your departure you can't even get food anywhere. I had to buy water from vending machine, no food tho. Trains are old and even if you are business class it doesn't help much. Armrests are broken and food selection on train absolutely disgusting. read more

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Took a ride from Kent, WA into Seattle, WA. The train wasn't crowded and was on time. Some of the areas are sketch and I wouldn't want to be here after dark. The station in Seattle is in the lower level and not enclosed. Lots of trash everywhere. I don't recommend traveling alone. The ride was convenient and cheap ($8 round trip). Was cheaper than driving. read more

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Very unpleasant never knew this station was having problems with homelessness..Everything was great from sacramento until I arrived. Very abusive area from security alliance while on the phone to be picked by my father to go home. Never again Very unsettling inside king train station after riding the train for 24 hours. read more

This station is one of the most beautifully restored locations I've traveled through. Someone was available to direct us as soon as we walked through the doors. Be sure to take some photos if you have time. You can walk upstairs to get a different view. read more

A beautiful structure in downtown Seattle surrounded by homeless people. What a shame. Amtrak and Seattle area commuter train Sounder both share the facilities, but it seems Sounder has more priority when it comes to the platforms. Sure, Amtrak only has the Empire Builder, Coast Starlight, and Cascades run through here, but they should never take a backseat to commuter rail, ever. The ceiling artwork is beautiful as you walk through the main concourse. It is no Grand Central, but still magnificent to look at as you pass through. I guess I have to bookmark this station for its aesthetics. read more

The renovations on this building are beautiful, elegant, dramatic! The station has a large waiting area with tracks off the sides. There is also a multi-window ticket hall and a single luggage carousel in the back corner. Two restrooms are off the waiting area. This is a three story building. The bottom level where the tracks are located exits to King St. One level up is Jackson St. This exit has a good sized plaza that stretches out to the street, a large, neon 'King Street Station' sign and the best photo op of their tower. Which, by the way, is designed after the tower in St. Mark's piazza in Venice. If ya didn't know. The 2nd level includes balconies overlooking the wait area and offices. 3rd level is an art gallery for 'King Street Station Art'. The only amenity at this station is 2 vending machines. With 3 levels I would think they could at least include a cafe for coffee and sandwiches. The King Street exit has a restaurant nearby. Both the King St. and Jackson St. exits had a few homeless sitting or walking around. Taxi's, Uber and buses pick up at the King St. exit. read more

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Total breeze to navigate! I hopped off the Amtrak here and picked up my baggage at their baggage carousel. Super easy in and out and extremely easy to get a ride outside of the station. read more

Amazing architecture would definitely recommend for an Amtrak station my train was delayed but they got us subway amazing staff

Beautiful interior. Came here to take a 7:20am-ish train to Portland; was not crowded at all. Baggage check was quick and painless; agents gave option to print our tickets out. Once boarding began, the agent began with business passengers then I believe he called families with young children. There are bathrooms in each car and a snack station located at the front with little snacks such as muffins and bagels, and larger items like salads and sandwiches. Once in Portland, the train takes an extended stop so people traveling further can get out and stretch. Baggage claim was quick and easy. Would recommend. read more

Taking an Amtrak to Seattle? This will be your destination. Located right next to Chinatown you are a stones throw away from lots of good eats. Dough zone is a favorite (seem my review of them). Uwajimaya is also very close. Theres also a bunch of snack / bubble tea / shaved ice places nearby. In the mood for games check out the pinball museum. There's an embassy suites 1 minute away (literally). If you have long stopover they have a bag storage area. Open from 630a to 8p you can leave your bag here (10 bucks a bag). Very handy if you want to dump your stuff and check out the sights for a few hour. Waiting area is huge and clean and they have free WiFi. Not an international first class lounge but also not a dump either. read more

King Street Station - Bag storage at the ticketing area - Train Stations Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Such a beautiful building. Free wifi is also useful. If you need to cross the border to Canada, you have to be here one hour before of departure because of check in process. There would be small podium with sign. There is one drink, one snack vending machines. I wish there is hot food/drink vendors. read more

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King Street station is indeed one of the more beautiful stations you may come across, however I'd caution any tourists to be extra mindful of their surroundings and belongings if they choose to walk around. Masks are currently enforced inside the station and on the platform, but doesn't seem to be if you're waiting for Uber/Lyft or the buses. If you Uber/Lyft to or from the station, you'll be dropped off at the entrance. If you're taking an Amtrak bus (even the 'thru bus'), you'll be picked up at the left of the entrance (guards inside can confirm this for you, when I was there at 8am there wasn't an Amtrak worker in sight). I took the Amtrak thru bus to Everett, and we left King Street on time. However, we ended up stopping at a Greyhound station nearby to pick up additional passengers (waited there about 20-30mins, for some reason the passengers weren't allowed to board until the last 10mins). If there was a cafe or a coffee stand in the station, it wasn't open when I returned on Saturday around 11am. If you are hungry and have some time, there is a restaurant a few feet away called "13 Coins" or there's a Starbucks across from 4th Ave. Also, be mindful that the station is near Lumen field. If there are any games, concerts, or conventions the area may be harder to get to if you're in a rush. read more

I asked for help n was denied. They said they don't help people in wheelchairs. I guess they don't care bout being racists against persons in wheelchairs. Was going to go in a vacation onboard this summer but now I'm rethinking my plans. It sux! I thought this company was better than that. But I guess not. read more

Do not go here, it is hell. The bratty security here can't stand you staying on the station platform for more than a minute. They do not let you explore or take footage, they quickly start yelling at you like headless monkeys. Most of the employees on the platform are complete assholes and do not let you take in the experience. They send you straight to the terminal and they do not let you look at other trains. Good luck getting footage. If you think your smart (like me) you would leave the station and go up to the bridge above to try and get to the sounder station located directly to the right of the station. Apparently the Amtrak security think they have some sort of authority over the sounder station and follow you with an Amtrak police officer or two. Leave me alone you bum ass people. I'm just trying to film trains and have a good time. They will yell, they will screech, I have never been so disappointed in my life. One last thing, here is something Amtrak doesn't want you to know. The reason why they replaced the majority of their fancy talgo cars with old rusty horizon cars is because the talgo cars did not pass the federal railway administration's guidelines, it had multiple flaws and it was deemed unsafe to use for the cascade service. DONT RIDE THE CASCADES!!! It is not worth the money. Go on the coast starlight. read more

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Amtrak has a nice facility here at the King Street station, friendly staff, but I feel (as others do) that it is a sad short coming that this beautiful icon of a station lacks a First Class lounge. It's time for the city of Seattle and AMTRAK to come together and make this beautiful station more grand than it's. read more

On Thursday May 1 2025.. I was kicked off an amtrak train along with my registered service dog.. traveling from Everett WA to tacoma... when I retrieved my ticket in everett the agent let know that I didn't declare my dog she helped me fix my ticket... now I boarded the train no questions from anybody but her... had to sit on the floor due to the fact there weren't two empty seats next to each other.. I was ok with that.. it allowed her to stretch out... for a while hr maybe a lil more into we got to she was perfectly fine no issues... when I got to Seattle they did a crew change and a young man came up to me very aggressively.. pointing his finger and yelling asking what service my dog provides every time I tried to answer he got louder and more aggressive.. I even pulled out my federal service dog registration card out to show him the man indicated it was his train his rules and kicked me and my dog off .. she growled a bit as I got worked up other passengers attempted to let the man kno he was wrong he didn't care... I was embarrassed.. disgusted... at the entire situation.. I've contacted Amtrak the day of the incident nd I've heard nothing... I am permanently nd total disabled through the VA.. my statement to u sir is this.. just cause u can't see my disability.. doesn't mean it doesn't exist... nobody should ever be treated this way.. ever read more

Beautiful architecture what with all the white and bronze. Very picturesque and a good example of the city's continuing efforts to improve. As a station, it appears to be perfectly placed with taxicabs outside and Amtrak permanently ensconced. We arrived here by bus. Not at the trains station itself, but the bus stop was less than a block away from here. read more

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What an historic and lovely building! The high ceilings, bright interior and useful space is great to marvel at or utilize when awaiting transportation. A balcony on the second floor allows you to see the waiting room from above, taking in the architecture and glory of the lobby. The multi-purpose use of the building is also a wonderful sight and gives meaning to the use of space in creative ways. read more

I've been taking the Amtrak from PDX to SEA for 30+ years and commuted between those two cities weekly for several years. During that time I've seen King Street Station go through a lot of changes, improvements and upgrades. King Street Station is one of the last remaining old style big city depots. Not as grand as Grand Central or some of the others but very similar in many ways to Union Station in Portand. King Street Station is somewhat larger and grander though. Always clean, mostly efficiently run but the waiting room can become quite crowded sometimes. It would be nice if they would put in a Business Class waiting lounge ala the one in Portland. King Street Station isn't exactly in the best neighborhood but it is central to the city which is what one would expect in a train depot. You may see some shifty looking people in the area outside the depot but security does a good job of keeping non-passengers out of the building itself. I've never personally felt unsafe walking from the depot to the nearby Pioneer Square Best Western but you do want to maintain situational awareness. For the benefit of CHL holders, Amtrak has firearms regulations similar to those involving air travel. No metal detectors or anything like that but if you get caught with a firearm in your carry-on or on your person (loaded or unloaded) you could find yourself in deep legal do-do. Amtrak does have provisions for transporting unloaded firearms in checked baggage. Check the Amtrak web site for details on how to do that legally. read more

Great station but surrounding neighborhood less so. Get a taxi and you won't have to deal with the characters that are literally on the other side of the tracks read more

I came here not because I needed to take the train but to admire the architecture and craftsmanship of the beautiful intricate building. It was clean and gorgeous with the white space and tall long walls. Apparently, a group of three people were taking pictures with a professional camera and the worker aggressively shouted that it wasn't allowed. He shouted across the room alarming all persons in the building. We were glancing back and forth to see what was going on and the group was merely just taking pictures. Perhaps one is required to book the place to have a photography session? Who knows... but word of caution that you may run into mean workers if you do. read more

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It would be nice to come in to the station on a sunny day and see the beautiful remedial and ceiling. Well. I guess I am not supposed to. At 11:00 am on a sunny day I went in and was immediately challenged by the " security" guard. If I was not there with a ticket for a train I should not be in the building and need to leave now! oh well. Maybe it's not safe to be in there. Sad that it is so unwelcoming. But I guess taking the plane is faster anyway. read more

Beautiful building. Staff friendly and helpful. I was walking with my cane and pulling a suitcase when I was asked if I needed help, which I did. I was then directed to a location in the train station where you will be assisted with boarding the train. No restaurants in the station, only vending machines, however there are many reasonably priced restaurants less than a block from the station. read more

Taking the train between Seattle and Portland is an inexpensive and convenient method of transit for a fun weekend getaway. Amtrak trains are my favorite mode of transportation. King Street Station is absolutely beautiful. I love the lighting, ceiling and architecture. It is also located right in the middle of Seattle. I dont mind arriving, but waiting for a train is awful. There are no amenities. Luckily we have found some good coffee shops nearby. The bathrooms smell so awful all the time. They could use a little air circulation and an air freshener. When the train arrives, the atmosphere turns chaotic. Long lines everywhere with no direction or destination. Ten minutes of pure chaos. Once Im on the train, I calm down and vow to arrive a little later on my next trip to King Station to avoid the stress. read more