IL → WA · about 1,731 miles
Chicago to Seattle train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Seattle. The fastest takes 46 hours 24 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 46h 24m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Seattle. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 11:29 AM +2 day | 46h 24m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Seattle The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Seattle
Return trip: Seattle to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Seattle?
The fastest direct train takes 46 hours 24 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Seattle?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Seattle?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Seattle leave from Chicago Union Station.