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How to get fromMinneapolis to Seattleby plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak) or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Minneapolis to Seattle by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane plane MSP - SEA
    6h 2m
    $159–710

  2. Train (Amtrak)

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattletrain train Empire Builder
    39h 39m
    $152–1,502

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Dickinsonbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Dickinson to Billingsbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus bus
    4. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus bus
    32h 10m
    $167–621

  4. Drive 1,607 mi

    1. Drive from Minneapolis to Seattlecar car 1,607 mi
    25h 44m
    $294–424

Minneapolis to Seattle by bus

Calendar4Weekly Buses
Duration32h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket$167Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Seattle, WA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Delta, and Sun Country Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Minneapolis to Seattle Bus Station via Dickinson, Billings, and Spokane Station in around 32h 10m.

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