What is the cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle is to bus via Omaha, NE which costs $290 - $600 and takes 41h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Council Bluffs and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Council Bluffs to Seattle station. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 16th NW and arriving at Seattle Bus Station via Omaha, NE and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 3m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Seattle is 1397 miles. The road distance is 1661.8 miles.

How do I travel from Council Bluffs to Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 41h 3m and costs $350 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Council Bluffs to Seattle bus from?

Council Bluffs to Seattle bus services, operated by Express Arrow, depart from Omaha, NE station.

Bus or fly from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $150 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $600 and takes 41h 3m.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Seattle bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to Seattle bus services, operated by Express Arrow, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Council Bluffs and Seattle?

Seattle is 2h behind Council Bluffs. It is currently 11:17 AM in Council Bluffs and 9:17 AM in Seattle.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Seattle is 1662 miles. It takes approximately 25h 26m to drive from Council Bluffs to Seattle.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1481+ hotels available in Seattle.

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There are 5 ways to get from Council Bluffs to Seattle by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane OMA - SEA
7h 21m
$159–709
Bus
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Denverbus Omaha
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0550
41h 3m
$351–581
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
3. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattletrain
2d
$637–1,331
Drive 1,652.1 mi
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Seattlecar 1,652.1 mi
25h 26m
$302–436
Bus via Omaha, NE (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0550
41h 33m
$296–561

Council Bluffs to Seattle by bus and foot

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Distance: 1,388.4 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Council Bluffs, IA, USA and Seattle, WA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway & 16th NW to Seattle Bus Station via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, NE, and Denver Union Station in around 41h 3m.

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