Bus from Chicago to Seattle: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Seattle on January 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines
Bus
    		Chicago (Bus Station)
    		Seattle (Bus Station)Cheapest
    Jefferson Lines + Northwestern Stage Lines
    		Bus
      		Chicago (Bus Station)
      		Seattle King Street StationFastest
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Bus
      		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
      		Greyhound StationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:18 PM CST.

      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
      Bus
      		Average Price$116 - $788Average Duration3d 9h
      70kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$133 - $3,814Average Duration2d 4h
      254kg CO₂e

      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.

      1. 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 $228. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. 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 1733 miles (2795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.

      3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Seattle route?

        Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

      4. 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 11:50pm.

      5. 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
      01/20
      $287
      01/21
      $353
      Today
      $421
      01/23
      $340
      01/24
      $311
      01/25
      $217
      01/26
      $201
      01/27
      $289
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $201

      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 $201 to $421 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 $201 which is on 2026-01-26.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Seattle?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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