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Today6 May
Tomorrow7 May
from US$279
Thu8 May
from US$279
Fri9 May
from US$328
Sat10 May
from US$279
Sun11 May
Mon12 May
Tue13 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 7 May at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 May at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 May at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 May at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 May at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 10 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Chicago

Average priceUS$154 - US$530Average duration2d 23h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$121 - US$751Average duration2d 4h
254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Seattle to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2d 4hAverage duration
US$121Cheapest ticket
254kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$332
Average train trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure09:55
Distance1729 miles
Latest train departure16:55

Seattle to Chicago Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Chicago from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Chicago

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to Chicago cost?

    The average train ticket price from Seattle to Chicago is US$332. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Seattle to Chicago?

    A train trip between Seattle and Chicago is around 2d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1731 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Seattle and Chicago?

    The number of trains from Seattle to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/05
US$279
05/05
US$378
Today
US$279
07/05
US$279
08/05
US$279
09/05
US$328
10/05
US$279
11/05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Chicago was searched and found on 4 May 2025 with a price of US$279

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

You can expect to pay from US$279 to US$3,523 for a train ticket from Seattle to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$279, which is on 2025-05-07.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Seattle and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Seattle and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Seattle to Chicago.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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