Question 1

Is it safe to travel by train from Portland to Tacoma during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains from Portland to Tacoma are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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.

Question 3

Which train should you take from Portland to Tacoma?

Accepted Answer

2 train services operate from Portland, Oregon to Tacoma, Washington. Amtrak Cascades usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Question 4

What is the price of a train ticket from Portland to Tacoma?

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In the last month, £15.95 was the average price of a train ticket from Portland, OR to Tacoma, WA. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 27 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £12.15 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 5

Is there a direct train from Portland to Tacoma?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Portland to Tacoma.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Tacoma to Portland. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Portland to Tacoma for £0.72.

Question 6

How long is the train journey from Portland to Tacoma?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Portland and Tacoma is approximately 120 miles, or 193 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 32 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Question 7

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Portland at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 8

Where is the train station in Tacoma?

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Tacoma has one train station.

Question 9

Where is the train station in Portland?

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There is one train station in Portland.

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Tacoma from Portland will be about £12.15 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 11

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Portland to Tacoma will vary between  and . Planning a train trip to Tacoma within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Portland over the next 7 days is . Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

If you are trying to decide when to travel from Portland to Tacoma by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Portland to Tacoma in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Tacoma to Portland?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

	Distance	120 mi (193 km)
	Fastest train	2h 32m
	Lowest price	£15.95
	Trains per day	4
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Cascades
	Train lines	2

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Cascades	3	2h 32m	£22.57
Amtrak Coast Starlight	1	2h 49m	£21.94

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