New york to seattle

A cross-country adventure!

The distance from New York City to Seattle is approximately 2,796 miles (4,498 kilometers). Here are some common ways to travel from New York to Seattle:

By Air

• Flight duration: around 5 hours
• Frequency: Multiple flights per day from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
• Airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and more

By Train

• Amtrak's Coast Starlight train route: around 72 hours (with multiple changes)
• Frequency: One train per day from New York's Penn Station (NYP) to Seattle's King Street Station (SEA)
• Scenic route: Passes through the Rocky Mountains, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Pacific Northwest

By Bus

• Greyhound: around 72 hours (with multiple changes)
• Frequency: Multiple buses per day from New York's Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) to Seattle's Greyhound Station (SEA)
• Scenic route: Passes through the Midwest, the Rocky Mountains, and the Pacific Northwest

By Car

• Distance: approximately 2,796 miles (4,498 kilometers)
• Drive time: around 40-50 hours (depending on traffic and route)
• Route: I-80 W and I-90 W (or I-84 W and I-5 N)
• Scenic route: Passes through the Appalachian Mountains, the Midwest, the Rocky Mountains, and the Pacific Northwest

By Road Trip with Stops

• Consider breaking up the journey with stops in cities like Chicago, Denver, or Portland to explore the country's diverse landscapes and attractions.

Whichever mode of transportation you choose, make sure to plan ahead, book in advance, and prepare for the long journey ahead!