The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
€158
Average price
€158
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 €158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €158.
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€1581One-way1 transfer
5014 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight8:50 PM18h50San Francisco, CA3:40 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€1581One-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 €74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. 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 €74, and a flight costs an average of €65.
Distance: 862 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€171 Average price | €221 Average price | €156 Average price Cheapest |
18h 47m Average total duration 18h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 24m Average total duration 14h 54m 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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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, May 13. 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via NW 6th Avenue.
- Wilf's Restaurant & Bar
- Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Benson, a Coast Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance leading to platforms 1-3 for Amtrak services
- waiting areas and ticket counters are located in the main hall.
- MAX Light Rail: Green Line, Yellow Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: NS Line


