The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
€207
Average price
€207
Fastest journey
18 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
862 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR will cost around €207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €207.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR without transferring at least once.
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight8:50 PM18h50San Francisco, CA3:40 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€2071One-way1 transfer
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight8:50 PM18h50San Francisco, CA3:40 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€2071One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 862 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€171 Average price | €237 Average price | €135 Average price Cheapest |
18h 47m Average total duration 18h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:50 PM San Francisco, CA | 18h50 | 3:40 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €82 but you can travel from only €52 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:35, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 862 km distance in 17h 59m.
Distance 862 km |
Average train duration 18h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €82 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 59m |
First train 10:35 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Portland, OR from €52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Most San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR trains use the San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) to Portland Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Portland, OR train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which San Francisco, CA station do trains to Portland, OR leave from?
Which Portland, OR station do trains from San Francisco, CA arrive at?
Getting to Portland Union Station from Portland city centre
Portland Union Station train station facilities and services
Portland Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wilf's Restaurant & Bar, Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portland Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Portland Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portland Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portland Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown, The Benson, a Coast Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center.


