Cheap train tickets from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR. Travelling by train from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR usually takes 5 hours and 5 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
- Distance
- 102 mi (164 km)
- Fastest train
- 5h 5m
- Lowest price
- £59.49
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£59.49 | Avg. Price£49.08Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 5m | Duration2h 45mFaster |

There are several train options that can take you from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR:
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Which train should you take from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR. 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.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 5h 5m | £59.49 |
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR
While the train is the main method of transport from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
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 Madras, OR to Vancouver, WA. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR for £49.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Vancouver, WA and Madras, OR is approximately 102 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 5 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)
102
Distance (km)
164
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Vancouver, WA at 13:15 and arrives in Madras, OR around 5 hours later.
First train
1:15pm
Last train
1:15pm
Trains from Vancouver, WA to Madras, OR are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Vancouver

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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vancouver, WA?
Main departure station: 1301 W 11th St
There is one train station in Vancouver, WA.
All train stations in Vancouver, WA:
- 1301 W 11th St
Where is the train station in Madras, OR?
Main arrival station: Circle K
Madras, OR has one train station.
Train stations in Madras, OR:
- Circle K
Need a return trip from Madras, OR to Vancouver, WA?
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