How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Seattle start from $174. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 4h, covering a distance of 1733 miles (2795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 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 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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.

Bus Chicago to Seattle from $208 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 4h	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 5h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 16h	12:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

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.

5train per day

2d 4hAverage Duration

1729 milesDistance

254kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $539	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $1,777	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-Tacoma International Airport
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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

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

February 23, 2022

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

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 $174. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 4h, covering a distance of 1733 miles (2795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 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 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
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.

Best price found

11/30

$705

12/01

$721

Today

$218

12/03

$221

12/04

$218

12/05

$219

12/06

$218

12/07

$213

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $213

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 $213 to $721 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 $213 which is on 2025-12-07.