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Coast Starlight
📍 303 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104 (King Street Station)
4.5/ 5.0
★★★★★
Introduction
The Coast Starlight is Amtrak’s flagship West Coast train, linking Seattle and Los Angeles over ~1,377 miles in about 35 hours, through Portland, the Bay Area, Santa Barbara and the Pacific coastline. Its Sightseer Lounge has floor-to-ceiling and skylight windows, making it one of America’s most scenic rail journeys.
✨ Highlights
1
Seattle–Los Angeles
A north–south traverse of five coastal states in one trip.
2
Pacific Coastline
In California the train hugs the ocean — cliffs and surf at your window.
3
Cascades & Countryside
Washington and Oregon pass snow peaks, forests and vineyards.
4
Sightseer Lounge
Double-deck windows and skylights — the best place to watch the view.
5
Sleepers & Dining
Private roomettes for overnight; café and dining cars with views.
6
Santa Barbara
The train rolls along the shore into this Spanish-style town — a scenic highlight.
🛈 Practical Info
→Frequency：One train daily each way, year-round.
→Duration：~35 hours across two nights.
→Fare：Coach from ~$100; sleepers priced by tier.
→Stations：Seattle King Street / LA Union Station.
→Classes：Coach, Business, and private roomettes (meals included).
→Booking：Book early on Amtrak site/app for lower fares.
💡 Tips
• The best scenery is the California coast — try to be awake between Santa Barbara and LA.
• Sightseer Lounge seats are limited; grab one early.
• Sleepers include meals; coach riders can bring food or buy in the café.
• Bring a power bank, neck pillow and earplugs for overnight comfort.
• Trains sell out in peak season — book weeks ahead.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Coast Starlight?
The best scenery is the California coast — try to be awake between Santa Barbara and LA. Sightseer Lounge seats are limited; grab one early.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.
