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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA) | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | University of Washington | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Seattle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Seattle?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
- A503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
- 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. - D2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
- E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA - F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Chicago Seattle recent customer reviews
Horrible bus felt like a sweat shop
Branden S.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Seattle by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $116. The average price for this route is around $230. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Seattle?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Seattle is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 1734 miles (2797 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains 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 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Seattle?
A bus trip from Chicago to Seattle generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $219To 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 $219 to $468 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 $219 which is on 2026-01-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Seattle?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
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