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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Portland?

There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Portland.

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Avg. Price

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$159.63

Avg. Price

$173.25

Daily Trips

Daily Trips

8

Daily Trips

9

Duration

Duration

1d 5h 3m

Duration

1d 5h 23m

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Bus from Los Angeles to Portland: Journey Information

There are 10 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Portland. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Portland usually takes around 28 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 20 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance826 mi (1330 km)
Shortest duration20h 55m
Cheapest price$78.47
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines2

How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Portland?

Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Portland cost $130.65 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Portland. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Portland by travel date

$270$180$90NovNov

Bus tickets from Los Angeles to Portland are expected to cost between $113 and $264 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Portland within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $113. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly avg. prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Portland, mark your calendar for May. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $144. However, taking the bus from Los Angeles to Portland during November is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $196. The best way to find deals on a trip in November is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

$325$260$195$130$653020100

The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 6 days in advance to save $162.18 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Portland?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Los Angeles to Portland that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US51d 6h 57m$191.20
Greyhound61d 3h 52m$173.73
  • 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 5 trips per day from Los Angeles to Portland, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from Los Angeles to Portland every day, with the average journey taking around 27 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Portland usually start from $88.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Portland

The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 826 miles from Los Angeles to Portland. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Portland, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Portland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Los Angeles to Portland every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Portland; ticket prices start at $107.00.

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Portland

Portland, OR - PDX-0

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Portland, OR - PDX-1

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Portland, OR - PDX-2

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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of 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 bus leave from in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: North Hollywood Bus Station

Buses to Portland leave from 6 stations in Los Angeles.

All bus stations in Los Angeles:

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot

  • 592 Gayley Ave

  • 1658 N Orange Drive

Where does the bus arrive in Portland?

Main arrival station: 7411 NW Station Way

All buses from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Portland.

All bus stations in Portland:

  • 7411 NW Station Way

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