The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
- Cheapest price on Nov 11
- €37
- Average ticket price on Nov 11
- €53
- Fastest journey on Nov 11
- 3 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 11
- 3 h 25 m
- Trains on Nov 11
- 7
- Distance
- 233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Portland, OR will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 7 trains from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 11:15 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €37 1 One-way 0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:10 AM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:35 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 12:20 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
509 Amtrak Cascades5:40 PM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 9:05 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight9:55 AM 4h00 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 1:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:10 PM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 3:35 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:10 AM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 10:35 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 11:15 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €37 1 One-way 0 transfers
509 Amtrak Cascades5:40 PM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 9:05 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM 3h25 King Street Station, Seattle, WA 12:20 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
Trains from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Portland, OR trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
503 Amtrak Cascades [New Train] | 7:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 10:35 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 Amtrak Cascades | 8:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 12:20 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight | 9:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 4h00 | 1:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 Amtrak Cascades | 12:10 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 3:35 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 Amtrak Cascades | 2:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 5:45 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 Amtrak Cascades | 5:40 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 9:05 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 Amtrak Cascades | 7:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 11:15 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
Most Seattle, WA to Portland, OR trains use the King Street Station to Portland Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Seattle, WA and Portland, OR train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Seattle, WA station do trains to Portland, OR leave from?
Getting to King Street Station from Seattle city centre
King Street Station train station facilities and services
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
Which Portland, OR station do trains from Seattle, WA 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.
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