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Seattle to Chicago

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$467.39
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$282.61
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
6h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$358.70
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$326.09

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$326.09

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$467.39
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$478.26
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$445.65

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Seattle to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
45h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$195.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$86.96
Bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$119.57

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Spokane to Billings
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$195.65
Bus from Billings to Dickinson
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$130.43
Bus from Dickinson to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$184.78

Salt Lake Express

Phone:
+1 208-656-8824
Website:
saltlakeexpress.com
Bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.09–$92.39

Northwestern Stages

Phone:
+1 800-366-6975
Website:
northwesternstagelines.com
Bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.48–$92.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Chicago is to fly which costs $108.70 - $347.83 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Spokane, Billings, Dickinson and Minneapolis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seattle and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45h 50m.

How far is it from Seattle to Chicago?

The distance between Seattle and Chicago is 2810 km. The road distance is 3376.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Chicago without a car is to bus and night bus which takes 41h 35m and costs $250 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Seattle to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Seattle to Chicago train from?

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

Train or fly from Seattle to Chicago?

The best way to get from Seattle to Chicago is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $173.91 - $597.83 and takes 45h 50m.

Where does the Seattle to Chicago bus arrive?

Seattle to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Spokane Station.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Chicago?

Chicago is 2h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 08:10 in Seattle and 10:10 in Chicago.

Where does the Seattle to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Seattle to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Chicago is 3376 km. It takes approximately 32h 16m to drive from Seattle to Chicago.

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

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Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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