How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Seattle start from $180. The average price for this route is around $217. 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 travel time from Chicago to Seattle is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2788 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Seattle at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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 a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Chicago to Seattle from $158 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:50pm	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:35pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:50pm	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:35pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:50pm	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:35pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:50pm	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:35pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on March 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:50pm	Seattle (Bus Station)	Cheapest
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	1d 23h	6:35pm	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:03 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, 21 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 21hAverage Duration

2788 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$180 - $627	Average Duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$187 - $3,217	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
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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

3.5/587,528 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87528 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $180

Greyhound Chicago Seattle recent customer reviews

Horrible bus felt like a sweat shop

Branden S.

February 23, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $180. The average price for this route is around $217. 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 travel time from Chicago to Seattle is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2788 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Seattle at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
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 a mode of travel recommended 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

03-15

$646

03-16

$678

Today

$332

03-18

$245

03-19

$302

03-20

$274

03-21

$220

03-22

$369

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Mar 21, 2026 with a price of $220

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 $220 to $678 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 $220 which is on 2026-03-21.