OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Transportation announced Tuesday that passengers 18 and younger can now ride free between any of the 12 train stations on the western side of the state.
Amtrak Cascades has joined the state ferries and transit agencies in offering free fares to qualifying youth, according to a press release. This program is funded through the “Move Ahead Washington” transportation package and the state’s Climate Commitment Act.
“With one-way adult fares between Seattle and Vancouver starting at only $27 and youth riding free, this is a cost-effective way to travel. All passengers traveling on Amtrak Cascades must be ticketed,” stated the release. “When purchasing tickets, simply select the proper category for each individual traveling in your group and the zero fare will automatically be applied for those 18 and under who are traveling within the state.”
Those who are 16 and younger must travel with an adult to be eligible for the free fare. Unaccompanied minors ages 13 to 15 are not eligible. Additionally, free fare tickets must be acquired in advance and are not available aboard trains or ticket kiosks.
