What is the cheapest way to get from Great Falls to Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Great Falls to Seattle is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Great Falls to Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Great Falls to Seattle is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $250 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Great Falls and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Great Falls to Seattle. However, there are services departing from Great Falls Transfer Center and arriving at Seattle via Butte, Spokane and Ellensburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Great Falls to Seattle?

The distance between Great Falls and Seattle is 528 miles. The road distance is 644 miles.

How do I travel from Great Falls to Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Great Falls to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 17h 10m and costs $210 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Great Falls to Seattle?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Great Falls to Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Great Falls to Seattle bus from?

Great Falls to Seattle bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, depart from Great Falls Transfer Center station.

Bus or fly from Great Falls to Seattle?

The best way to get from Great Falls to Seattle is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $250 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $330 and takes 17h 10m.

Where does the Great Falls to Seattle bus arrive?

Great Falls to Seattle bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, arrive at Butte, MT station.

What is the time difference between Great Falls and Seattle?

Seattle is 1h behind Great Falls. It is currently 6:21 PM in Great Falls and 5:21 PM in Seattle.

Can I drive from Great Falls to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Great Falls to Seattle is 644 miles. It takes approximately 10h 32m to drive from Great Falls to Seattle.

How do I get a bus ticket from Great Falls to Seattle?

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Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Seattle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Great Falls to Seattle by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Great Falls International Airport (GTF) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane GTF - SEA
2h 35m
$254–1,268
Drive 640.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Great Falls to Seattlecar 640.3 mi
10h 32m
$117–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Falls Transfer Center to Butte, MTbus
2. Take the bus from Butte to Spokanebus
3. Take the bus from Spokane to Ellensburgbus
4. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Seattlebus
17h 10m
$218–323
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Great Falls Transfer Center to Shelby Amtrak Stationbus Green Route
2. Take the train from Shelby Amtrak Station to Seattletrain Empire Builder
20h 58m
$170–420

Great Falls to Seattle by bus

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Distance: 525.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Great Falls, MT, USA and Seattle, WA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. flies from Great Falls International Airport (GTF) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Falls Transfer Center to Seattle via Butte, Spokane, and Ellensburg in around 17h 10m.

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