What is the cheapest way to get from SeaTac to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from SeaTac to Chicago is to fly which costs $110 - $470 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from SeaTac to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from SeaTac to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between SeaTac and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from SeaTac to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2 and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Seattle Bus Station and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between SeaTac and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from SeaTac to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from SeaTac/Airport and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Seattle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 24m.

How far is it from SeaTac to Chicago?

The distance between SeaTac and Chicago is 1750 miles. The road distance is 2029.4 miles.

How do I travel from SeaTac to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from SeaTac to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 47h 24m and costs $600 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from SeaTac to Chicago?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from SeaTac to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the SeaTac to Chicago bus from?

SeaTac to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the SeaTac to Chicago train from?

SeaTac to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

Train, bus or fly from SeaTac to Chicago?

The best way to get from SeaTac to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $130 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $600 - $1,300 and takes 47h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $380 - $750 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the SeaTac to Chicago bus arrive?

SeaTac to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between SeaTac and Chicago?

Chicago is 2h ahead of SeaTac. It is currently 3:51 AM in SeaTac and 5:51 AM in Chicago.

Where does the SeaTac to Chicago train arrive?

SeaTac to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from SeaTac to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between SeaTac to Chicago is 2029 miles. It takes approximately 32h 28m to drive from SeaTac to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 834+ hotels available in Chicago.

SeaTac to Chicago - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from SeaTac to Chicago by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or train

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SEA - MDW
4h 36m
$133–565
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SEA - ORD
4h 52m
$111–469
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Seattle to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
47h 24m
$603–1,303
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0550
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
2d 2h
$383–733
Drive 2,017.6 mi
1. Drive from SeaTac to Chicagocar 2,017.6 mi
32h 28m
$369–532
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane SEA - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
7h 1m
$239–986

SeaTac to Chicago by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,739.8 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between SeaTac, WA, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $600–1,300 and the journey takes 45h 50m.

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