What's the distance between Chicago and Seattle by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Seattle by coach is approximately 1731 miles (2792 km).

What is the best way to go from Chicago to Seattle without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Chicago to Seattle from £169 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just £103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2d 4hAverage duration

1729 milesDistance

254kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£173 - £373	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£103 - £1,957	Average duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Seattle?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87397 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £173

Greyhound Chicago Seattle recent customer reviews

Horrible bus felt like a sweat shop

Branden S.

23 February 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Seattle

What's the distance between Chicago and Seattle by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Seattle by coach is approximately 1731 miles (2792 km).
What is the best way to go from Chicago to Seattle without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£264

25/11

£376

Today

£196

27/11

£211

28/11

£231

29/11

£186

30/11

£410

01/12

£352

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £186

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £186 to £410 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £186, which is on 2025-11-29.