Cheap train tickets from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC. Travelling by train from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC usually takes 4 days, 11 hours and 26 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance
2415 mi (3887 km)
Fastest train
107h 26m
Lowest price
£655.22
Trains per day
1
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC?

There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC.

Train
Coach
Avg. Price£655.22Avg. Price£163.23Cheaper
Daily Trips1Daily Trips1
Duration107h 26mDuration73h 34mFaster
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Price trends for trains from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC

Average train ticket prices from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC by travel date

£660£440£220NovNov

Average train ticket prices from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC by month

£1,725£1,380£1,035£690£345JFMAMJJASOND

Which train should you take from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak1107h 26m£655.22

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from North Charleston, SC to Portland, OR. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC for £158.

Trains per day

1

Direct trains

0

The distance between Portland, OR and North Charleston, SC is approximately 2,415 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 days, 11 hours and 26 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2415

Distance (km)

3887

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Portland, OR at 14:22 and arrives in North Charleston, SC around 107 hours later.

First train

2:22pm

Last train

2:22pm

Trains from Portland, OR to North Charleston, SC 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 travelling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Friday

City Information

Portland

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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best holiday 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 coach 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.

North Charleston

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North Charleston is a promising travel destination with quirky landmarks and fun activities for all travellers. To explore the city’s rich history, the H.L. Hunley Museum offers everything you need. Featuring the first successful combat submarine in the world as well as other Civil War-era relics, the museum will keep you enthralled for a whole morning. Other notable museums include the Greater Charleston Naval Memorial as well as the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. For fans of cultural activities, don’t pass up the chance to enjoy an event at the North Charleston Coliseum, which is one of the largest venues in South Carolina. If you enjoy staying away from a crowd and exploring nature, a walk around Riverfront Park will be what you need.

Though North Charleston might not feature a lively food scene like Charleston does, the city’s staples will still satisfy hungry travellers. Nigel’s Good Food is a local favourite and a good place to start your food tour. Chill-N-Grill is a great spot to grab some fresh seafood.

The city’s transport centre is located on Gaynor Ave. Travellers can catch Southeastern Stages coaches here. Travellers can also catch Amtrak trains passing through the city at this station. North Charleston is served by Amtrak’s Palmetto and Silver Meteor lines. The main airport is the Charleston International Airport.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Portland, OR?

Main departure station: Union Station

Union Station - 800 NW 6th Ave - PDXAMT-0

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 coach service via Greyhound, and connects to the Portland Streetcar, MAX Light Rail, and several TriMet local buses. There is a restaurant and bar onsite, as well as a Metropolitan Lounge reserved for Amtrak’s first- and business-class passengers.

All train stations in Portland, OR:

  • Union Station

Where is the train station in North Charleston, SC?

Main arrival station: 4565 Gaynor Ave

The Amtrak Station in North Charleston is an intermodal transport hub offering both intercity coach services and train services for travellers into and out of the Charleston area. The station opened in 2018 and offers modern amenities like charging ports along with vending machines and toilets. Amtrak’s Palmetto service from Savannah to New York and Silver Meteor service from Miami to New York both stop in North Charleston. Southeastern Stages provides coach service from this station to destinations throughout the South.

Train stations in North Charleston, SC:

  • 4565 Gaynor Ave

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