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How to Travel from

Chicago to Seattle

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$547.76
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.46–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$369.42
Plane from Midway International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
8h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$407.64
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
6h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$394.90
Plane from Midway International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$267.51–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$420.37

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$535.02
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$764.32

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$547.76
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$636.93

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$535.02
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$535.02
Plane from Midway International Airport to Portland
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$611.45

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
46h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17
Train from Portland to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$229.29

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.04–$140.12

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Minneapolis to Dickinson
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$216.56
Bus from Dickinson to Billings
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$152.86
Bus from Billings to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.17–$229.29

Northwestern Stages

Phone:
+1 800-366-6975
Website:
northwesternstagelines.com
Bus from Spokane to Ellensburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.31–$82.80
Bus from Ellensburg Loves Travel Center to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.22–$57.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Seattle is to fly which costs $119.57 - $326.09 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Seattle is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $103.26 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Seattle station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Seattle Amtrak Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane and Ellensburg Loves Travel Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Seattle. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46h 24m.

How far is it from Chicago to Seattle?

The distance between Chicago and Seattle is 2814 km. The road distance is 3376.6 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 43h 10m and costs $293.48 - $869.57 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Seattle?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Chicago to Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Seattle bus from?

Chicago to Seattle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Seattle train from?

Chicago to Seattle train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Seattle?

The best way to get from Chicago to Seattle is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $869.57 and takes 43h 10m, you could also train, which costs $173.91 - $597.83 and takes 46h 24m.

Where does the Chicago to Seattle bus arrive?

Chicago to Seattle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Minneapolis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Seattle?

Seattle is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 09:29 in Chicago and 07:29 in Seattle.

Where does the Chicago to Seattle train arrive?

Chicago to Seattle train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Seattle station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Seattle is 3377 km. It takes approximately 32h 10m to drive from Chicago to Seattle.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Seattle?

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Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1225+ hotels available in Seattle. Prices start at $44.01 per night.
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