I took Amtrak from Seattle to Vancouver in coach for $22. Here's what it's like to cross the US-Canada border by train.
A $22 Amtrak ticket from Seattle to Vancouver cost less than half as much as renting a car and a fraction of the cost of flying.
I traveled from Seattle to Vancouver by train on Amtrak Cascades in October, spending $22 for a coach seat, significantly cheaper than flying or renting a car. The process of crossing the US-Canada border by rail was simple and affordable compared to other options. My journey began at Seattle's King Street Station, where I showed my passport and received a customs declaration card and an orange boarding pass.
The train ride was a relaxing experience, with ample legroom, spacious restrooms, and a café car offering both Canadian and US currency. Upon arrival in Vancouver, I found the customs line to be manageable and the overall border crossing a breeze.
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