Coast Starlight

  • Seattle
  • Portland
  • Sacramento
  • Los Angeles
35 hours Daily Departure

A grand west coast train adventure, en route daily between Los Angeles and Seattle, the Coast Starlight train passes through Santa Barbara, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Portland. Widely regarded as one of the most spectacular of all train routes, the Coast Starlight links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The scenery along the Coast Starlight route is unsurpassed. The dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Shasta, lush forests, fertile valleys and long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline provide a stunning backdrop for your journey.

Coast Starlight

Travel in Comfort

This legendary train features Superliner Sleeping and Dining Car accommodations and spectacular views from our renowned Sightseer Lounge. Coach passengers enjoy big, comfortable seats and plenty of legroom.

In Business Class, you'll enjoy a fully refundable ticket if canceled prior to departure, 25% point bonus for Amtrak Guest Rewards members, seating in a dedicated car, a complimentary bottle of water and access to the Metropolitan Lounge in Los Angeles and Portland.

Features & Amenities

Amenities vary by train.

Dining Options

Meals on This Train

Northbound: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Southbound: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Downloadable menus are updated regularly, but menu items and prices are subject to change and may be different from what is available onboard.

Take your small dog or cat along with you on the train. Before you go, learn more about the types of pets allowed, pet reservations and fares, approved pet carriers and additional details.

See the Complete Pet Program Guidelines

Route Highlights

Klamath Falls, Oregon

Bring your bike, your board and your rod and reel to explore some of the best outdoor adventures in the entire U.S. Experience world-class rafting, birding, golfing and hiking in the area between Klamath Falls, Oregon and Dunsmuir, California.

Gaze at the sapphire waters of Crater Lake and catch the thrill of traveling through the Cascades at 5,000 feet above sea level.

Route Highlights

San Luis Obispo, California

Beaches, vineyards, castles and churches beckon in San Luis Obispo. Taste the region’s bounty at one of America’s largest farmers’ markets or enjoy the surf at Pismo and Avila beaches.

Marvel at the opulence of the Hearst Castle in San Simeon or the rustic reverence of the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Hire a local sommelier and driver for an insightful and safe visit to some of the area’s 30 wineries.