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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Santa Cruz to Portland. Traveling by coach from Santa Cruz to Portland usually takes around 40 hours and 2 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 592 mi (952 km) |
| Shortest duration | 40h 2m |
| Cheapest price | £144.09 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Santa Cruz to Portland?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Cruz to Portland. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1d 16h 2m | £144.09 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Santa Cruz to Portland, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 40 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 592 miles from Santa Cruz to Portland. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one coach per day from Santa Cruz to Portland. It leaves the station in Santa Cruz at 06:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one coach per day from Santa Cruz to Portland. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Cruz, CA to Portland, OR; ticket prices start at £68.39.
City Information
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one 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 does the coach leave from in Santa Cruz?
Main departure station: CVS - 600 Front St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Santa Cruz.
All coach stations in Santa Cruz:
CVS - 600 Front St
Where does the coach arrive in Portland?
Main arrival station: 7411 NW Station Way
All coaches from Santa Cruz arrive at one main station in Portland.
Coach stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
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