How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Seattle start at R 2 096. The average price for this route is around R 2 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Seattle?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Seattle is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2788 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Seattle at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Seattle?

A bus trip from Chicago to Seattle produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Chicago to Seattle from R 2 710 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 17 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 18 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 19 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 20 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 21 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 22 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 23 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:50	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	21:15	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	00:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Seattle on 24 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 3h	00:50	Greyhound Station	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 R 2 179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2d 4hAverage duration

2788 kmDistance

254kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 096 - R 7 327	Average duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 179 - R 37 603	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
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-International Airport (SEA)
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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

3.5/587 523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87523 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 096

Greyhound Chicago Seattle recent customer reviews

Horrible bus felt like a sweat shop

Branden S.

23 February 2022

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Seattle by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Seattle start at R 2 096. The average price for this route is around R 2 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Seattle?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Seattle is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2788 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Seattle at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Seattle?
A bus trip from Chicago to Seattle produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/02

R 8 359

16/02

R 8 835

Today

R 6 495

18/02

R 4 393

19/02

R 3 374

20/02

R 3 030

21/02

R 3 629

22/02

R 2 923

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on 22 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 923

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 R 2 923 to R 8 835 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 R 2 923, which is on 2026-02-22.