Trains tickets from Chicago to Seattle

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TodayMay 3
from $279
TomorrowMay 4
from $328
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from $279
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Seattle.

Average Price$139 - $397Average Duration3d 12h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$121 - $1,983Average Duration2d 4h
254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train 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 $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
2d 4hAverage Duration
$121Cheapest ticket
254kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Seattle: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$281
Average train trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure11:05am
Distance1729 miles (2788 km)
Latest train departure3:05pm

Chicago to Seattle Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/01
$309
05/02
$341
Today
$279
05/04
$328
05/05
$302
05/06
$279
05/07
No data
05/08
$149
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $3,185 for a train ticket from Chicago to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-05-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Seattle is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Seattle, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Seattle compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Seattle, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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