The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
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 €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 7 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Portland, OR on Sun, May 10, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 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 Sun, May 10 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.
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA12:20 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€261One-way0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades7:10 AM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA10:35 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€341One-way0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA11:15 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€581One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:10 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA3:35 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€641One-way0 transfers
507 Amtrak Cascades2:20 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA5:45 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€641One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:10 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA3:35 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€641One-way0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades8:55 AM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA12:20 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€261One-way0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades7:10 AM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA10:35 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€341One-way0 transfers
507 Amtrak Cascades2:20 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA5:45 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€641One-way0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades7:50 PM3h25King Street Station, Seattle, WA11:15 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR€581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Seattle, WA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 233 km
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€36 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Seattle, WA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Portland, OR trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
503 Amtrak Cascades | 7:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3h25 | 10:35 AM 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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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 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €21 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 30m |
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 Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Portland, OR from €21. 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 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
- 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
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