How much does a train ticket from Seattle to Chicago cost?

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Chicago is $322. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Chicago?

A train trip between Seattle and Chicago is around 2d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1731 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Chicago?

The number of trains from Seattle to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo.

Trains from Seattle to Chicago | Amtrak

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from $279

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 24 at 4:55pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 21h
Departure time: April 24 at 4:55pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 21h
Departure time: April 24 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2d 4h
Departure time: April 24 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2d 4h
Departure time: April 24 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:39pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3d 2h

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Train Seattle to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$322

Average train trip duration2d 4h

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure9:55am

Distance1729 miles (2788 km)

Latest train departure4:55pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5072 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $126.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

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

Best price found

04/21

$279

04/22

$120

Today

$623

04/24

$279

04/25

$183

04/26

$223

04/27

$223

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The cheapest trip from Seattle to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 22, 2025 with a price of $120

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

You can expect to pay from $120 to $2,267 for a train ticket from Seattle to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2025-04-25.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Seattle and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Seattle and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Seattle to Chicago.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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.

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