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

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There are 4 ways to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul 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 14m
    $200–2,410

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Billingsbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Billings, MT to Spokane Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus bus
    33h 40m
    $352–562

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattletrain train Empire Builder
    39h 43m
    $552–1,202

  4. Drive 1,611 mi

    1. Drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Seattlecar car 1,611 mi
    25h 54m
    $294–425

Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Seattle by bus

Calendar14Weekly Buses
Duration33h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket$352Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,417.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Minneapolis–Saint Paul, 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 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 42nd Ave S & 34th St E to Seattle Bus Station via 7th St & Hennepin Station, Minneapolis, Billings, MT, and Spokane Station in around 33h 40m.

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