Train from Seattle to Chicago: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Chicago on 18 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

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$133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2788 kmDistance
254kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceUS$99 - US$540Average duration3d 12h
70kg CO₂e
Average priceUS$133 - US$2,168Average duration2d 4h
254kg CO₂e

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
15/04
US$445
16/04
US$289
Today
US$357
18/04
US$289
19/04
US$450
20/04
US$289
21/04
US$289
22/04
US$445
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Chicago was searched and found on 16 Apr 2026 with a price of US$289

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$289 to US$2,520 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$289, which is on 2026-04-18.

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