Cheap train tickets from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR. Travelling by train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR usually takes 3 days, 18 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 11 hours and 54 minutes.
- Distance
- 2223 mi (3578 km)
- Fastest train
- 83h 54m
- Lowest price
- £426.19
- Trains per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Greenville, SC to Portland, OR Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£522.39 | Avg. Price£236.76Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration90h 11m | Duration72h 30mFaster |

There are several train options that can take you from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR?
In the last month, train tickets from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR cost about £441 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Greenville, SC and Portland, OR, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.
Average train ticket prices from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR by month
Ticket prices for the train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in December when the average ticket price is only £382. If you're thinking of travelling from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR during May, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £809 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in May, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
You can score the best price on a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR by booking on Wanderu in advance. Tickets are nearly always cheaper the further in advance you purchase them.
Which train should you take from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Greenville, SC to Portland, OR. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 90h 11m | £522.39 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR every day, as well as 2 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £426.19.










Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Portland, OR to Greenville, SC. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR for £236.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
0
The distance between Greenville, SC and Portland, OR is approximately 2,223 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 18 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 11 hours and 54 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)
2223
Distance (km)
3578
The earliest train departs Greenville, SC at 2:23 while the last train of the day leaves at 2:23. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
2:23am
Last train
2:23am
Trains from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Greenville



As the sixth-largest city in the state of South Carolina, Greenville is one of the state's hidden treasures! The city is a vibrant hub of artistic activities and exhibitions, with many on display at the Greenville County Museum of Art. For fans of automobiles, especially BMW cars, the BMW Zentrum will offer a comprehensive look at the brand's past, present, and future. To get close to nature, check out Cedar Falls Park, which features a majestic 200-foot wide waterfall as well as plenty of other scenic spots.
The city of Greenville boasts a vibrant food scene with plenty of signature Southern dishes. One of the best places in town to enjoy an authentic Southern BBQ dinner is at Bacon Bros. Public House, which offers impressive dishes at very affordable prices. For a more upscale dining experience, check out Passerelle Bistro, where you can have some of the finest French dishes.
Greenville is well-connected by both coaches and trains, with frequent service to destinations like Orlando, New Orleans, Richmond, and even New York. Plus, the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is only 15 minutes from downtown Greenville.
Portland



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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Greenville, SC?
Main departure station: 1120 W Washington St
There is one train station in Greenville, SC.
All train stations in Greenville, SC:
- 1120 W Washington St
Where is the train station in Portland, OR?
Main 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 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.
Train stations in Portland, OR:
- Union Station
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