Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:01 PM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Seattle
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 850, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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 NOK 850. The average price for this route is around NOK 1,299. 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 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1730 miles (2790 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 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 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Seattle?
A bus trip from Chicago to Seattle generates an estimated 69.749275 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.
Best price found
05/27
NOK 2,245
05/28
NOK 2,321
Today
NOK 2,861
05/30
NOK 3,415
05/31
NOK 2,065
06/01
NOK 1,127
06/02
NOK 1,331
06/03
NOK 1,303
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Jun 1, 2026 with a price of NOK 1,127
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 NOK 1,127 to NOK 3,415 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 NOK 1,127 which is on 2026-06-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Seattle?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Jun 1, 2026 with a price of NOK 1,127
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
