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Vancouver to Portland Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Vancouver to Portland?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips from Vancouver to Portland.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 67.68 | Avg. PriceNOK 113.51 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration0h 34m | Duration0h 27m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Vancouver to Portland. Traveling by train from Vancouver to Portland usually takes 28 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can make the trip in 26 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (13 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 26m |
| Lowest price | NOK 67.68 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cascades |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Vancouver to Portland?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Vancouver, WA to Portland, OR was NOK 90.21. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around NOK 37.03 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Vancouver to Portland by month
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Vancouver to Portland on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about NOK 37.03 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Vancouver to Portland?
2 train services operate from Vancouver to Portland. Amtrak Cascades usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Cascades | 6 | 0h 26m | NOK 123.76 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 0h 40m | NOK 153.44 |
The Cascades is a passenger train service operated by Amtrak that runs between Vancouver, BC and Eugene, OR. Not only is the Cascades one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the trains also offer free WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and refreshments available for purchase. There are an average of 6 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Vancouver to Portland, and the average train ticket costs .
The Coast Starlight is an Amtrak train that travels the entire length of the West Coast, connecting Los Angeles to Seattle. The route starts hugging the California coastline, treating passengers to swoon-worthy views of the Pacific, before continuing into the verdant forests of the Cascade Mountains. The Coast Starlight indisputably earns its spot among the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Seating options include Coach or Business Class and roomettes or bedrooms for extra space. A trip from Vancouver to Portland takes 0 hours and 40 minutes on average, and Coach tickets start at NOK 135.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Vancouver to Portland
Trains from Vancouver to Portland are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Vancouver at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Vancouver to Portland.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Portland to Vancouver.
City Information
Vancouver
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Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.
Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.
Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to "keep Portland weird."
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vancouver?
Main departure station: 1301 W 11th St
There is one train station in Vancouver.
All train stations in Vancouver:
1301 W 11th St
Where is the train station in Portland?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Station
Located in Portland’s Old Town Chinatown area at 800 Northwest Sixth Avenue, Union Station features a glowing neon sign encouraging you to “Go By Train.” Union Station serves several iconic Amtrak routes including the Cascades through the Pacific Northwest, the scenic Coast Starlight from Los Angeles to Seattle, and the long-distance Empire Builder which travels all the way to Chicago. Along with train service, Union Station serves intercity bus service via Greyhound, and connects to the Portland Streetcar, MAX Light Rail, and several local TriMet buses. There is a restaurant and bar onsite, as well as a Metropolitan Lounge reserved for Amtrak’s first- and business-class passengers.
Train stations in Portland:
Union Station
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