How to travel from Chicago to Seattle, United States of America

The distance between Chicago and Seattle is around 1,747 miles (2,812km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Chicago to Seattle by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly to Seattle (SEA)

Fly from Chicago Midway (MDW) to Seattle (SEA).

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time4h 30m
  • Typical cost
    $335
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Seattle.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $240
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Drive

Drive to Seattle.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,098 miles (3,377km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chicago and Seattle

There are several options for getting from Chicago to Seattle by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around $240 and will take around 1 day 22h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $335.

The distance between Chicago and Seattle is around 1,747 miles (2,812km).

It takes around 5h 45m to get from Chicago and Seattle by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chicago to Seattle is to fly which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx $335.

The cheapest way to travel between Chicago and Seattle, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around $240 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chicago and Seattle. It typically takes around 1 day 22h and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chicago and Seattle with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 1 day 22h.

Amtrak run train services between Chicago and Seattle. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 22h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chicago and Seattle. We recommend that you fly from Chicago Midway (MDW) to Seattle (SEA). instead which will take 5h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Chicago and Seattle. Flights depart from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and arrive at Seattle (SEA). The flight takes around 4h 30m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Chicago and Seattle with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 4h 30m.

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., American Airlines, Delta and Southwest Airlines fly between Chicago and Seattle. Flights depart from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and and arrive into Seattle (SEA). These flights usually take around 4h 30m.

The flight from Chicago to Seattle typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and and arrive into Seattle (SEA).

The closest major airport to Seattle is Boeing Field International Airport (BFI) (BFI) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Seattle. Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) (SEA) and Snohomish County Airport (PAE) (PAE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Chicago and Seattle. The distance is around 2,098 miles (3,377km) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chicago to Seattle is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around $265.

How do I get from Chicago to Seattle

Compare travel optionsbetween Chicago and Seattle

Transport options from Chicago to Seattle
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Seattle (SEA) + 2 similar
5h 30m
$335
every 10 mins2,822km (1,753 miles)
Fly5h 45m
$265
every 10 mins2,812km (1,747 miles)
Train and Plane6h 50m
$540
every 4 hours2,894km (1,798 miles)
Train
1 day 22h
$240
twice daily3,529km (2,193 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
$205
on demand3,377km (2,098 miles)

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Airports near Seattle

The following major airports near Seattle offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

BFI
Boeing Field International Airport (BFI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
5 miles (8km) from Seattle
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
International Airport
Distance
11 miles (18km) from Seattle
PAE
Snohomish County Airport (PAE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
21 miles (34km) from Seattle