12 Train Adventures for Seattle-Area Kids and Families
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Head to King Street Station in Seattle to catch the Sounder train. Photo: iStock
8. Sounder train, Seattle
With a little more time, you and your crew can cover some serious ground riding the Sounder train from Seattle’s King Street Station to Kent. Explore the shops at Kent Station for a few minutes or a couple of hours, then take the train back.
For early risers who live between Tacoma and Tukwila, hop on one of the morning commuter trains. The latest one leaves the Tacoma Dome station at 10:25 a.m. and arrives in Seattle at 11:27 a.m. Return trains depart Seattle starting at 2:35 p.m.
Getting there: Take the bus or ride the Seattle Streetcar to Pioneer Square, or use your best street-parking tricks. Just be sure to avoid days with sporting events or concerts.
Rides and cost: Adult fares each way range between $3.25–$5.75, depending on how far you travel; youth ages 18 and younger ride free. Buy tickets at the platform vending machine, or use your ORCA card.
Things to do nearby: Enjoy a treat at Cold Stone Creamery or Cow Chip Cookies, or visit any of Kent Station’s other eateries and shops.
Next stop: Amtrak Cascades
