Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL Bus
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Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus is 2,791.79 km and takes 80 hrs 35 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:40 p.m. and the last at 10:50 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $253.53 or as much as $368.45. The best price for this journey is $253.53.
| Lowest Price | $253.53 |
| Journey Duration | 80 hrs 35 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 11 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $253.53 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $368.45 |
| First Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 2:40 p.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 10:50 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 2,791.79 km |
| Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Seattle, WA |
| Arrival | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound |
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Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus
When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus.
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Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
195.43kg
Bus
209.38kg
Flight
558.36kg
Car
446.69kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL is $291.55. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $253.53.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL is $253.53. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Seattle, WA and Chicago, IL by bus?
Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL is 2,791.79 km.
How long does the bus between Seattle, WA and Chicago, IL take?
Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL is on average 80 hrs 35 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 63 hrs 40 mins.
Which companies operate from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL?
Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL departs at 2:40 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL departs at 10:50 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $253.53 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Seattle, WA and Chicago, IL is 63 hrs 40 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Seattle, WA and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL creates 209.38kg of CO2 emissions.