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How to get fromSaint Paul to Seattleby plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saint Paul to Seattle by plane, bus, 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
    5h 58m
    $185–506

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Billingsbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus bus
    3. Take the bus from Spokane to Ellensburgbus bus
    4. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Seattlebus bus
    34h 31m
    $412–588

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattletrain train Empire Builder
    38h 16m
    $950–1,600

  4. Drive  1,618.7 mi

    1. Drive from Saint Paul to Seattlecar car 1,618.7 mi
    25h 51m
    $296–427

Saint Paul to Seattle by bus

Calendar5Weekly Buses
Duration34h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$412Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,417.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between 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 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 6th St & Washington Station to Seattle via Minneapolis, Billings, Spokane, and Ellensburg in around 34h 31m.

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