Trains tickets from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA

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TodayDec 23
from $393
TomorrowDec 24
from $596
WedDec 25
from $567
ThuDec 26
FriDec 27
from $666
SatDec 28
SunDec 29
from $393
MonDec 30

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: December 24 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: December 28 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: December 24 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: December 26 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: December 24 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: December 26 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: December 24 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: December 26 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: December 24 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: December 28 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Train Chicago to Seattle: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$317
Average train trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure11:05am
Distance1729 miles (2788 km)
Latest train departure3:05pm

Chicago to Seattle Trains

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/21
$471
12/22
$393
Today
$393
12/24
$596
12/25
$567
12/26
$472
12/27
$666
12/28
$471
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 22, 2024 with a price of $393

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $393 to $3,417 for a train ticket from Chicago to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $471 which is on 2024-12-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Seattle is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Seattle, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Seattle compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Seattle, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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