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Portland to Redding Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Portland to Redding?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Portland to Redding.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceSEK 664.20 | Avg. PriceSEK 1,360.23 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration9h 4m | Duration12h 9m |
Bus from Portland to Redding: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Portland to Redding. Traveling by bus from Portland to Redding usually takes around 9 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 341 mi (549 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 50m |
| Cheapest price | SEK 501.91 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |

How much is a bus ticket from Portland to Redding?
Bus tickets for a trip from Portland to Redding cost SEK 520.86 on average. Tickets cheaper than SEK 520.86 are an excellent bargain. 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 Portland to Redding by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to SEK 266.68 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Portland to Redding?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Portland to Redding that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 8h 50m | SEK 814.83 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 9h 20m | SEK 636.63 |
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 1 trips per day from Portland to Redding, 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 1 bus trips from Portland to Redding every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Redding usually start from SEK 502.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Portland to Redding
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 341 miles from Portland to Redding. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 50 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Portland to Redding, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Portland to Redding. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Portland to Redding; ticket prices start at SEK 606.31.
City Information
Portland

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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.
Redding

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Redding is a city in Northern California and is often known as this region's cultural and economic capital. It offers a wide range of fun activities and outdoor areas to explore, like the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, offering picturesque waterfalls and a lake, and the Turtle Bay Exploration Park, which includes botanical gardens, a greenhouse, and a natural history museum. Want some incredible views? Head to the Sundial Bridge, a suspension bridge covering the Sacramento River that works as a sundial.
Redding is a popular location for adventure, as it's sunny almost 90% of the time. It is a popular location for young professionals and students who want to escape the bustling of other major California cities. Beer lovers will be pleased to explore the craft beer scene, and it also features wineries, vineyards, and cellars. The city is constantly holding beer, food, arts, and music festivals, with the Redding Fire Festival being one of the most popular.
If you're visiting Redding, over 100 cities provide train routes going to this city through Amtrak and Amtrak Coast Starlight. You can also access the city by bus provided by Jefferson Lines. The town also has good transport links, with the dominant mode of transportation being the buses provided by the Redding Area Bus Authority.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Portland?
Main departure station: 7411 NW Station Way
Most buses depart from the main station in Portland.
All bus stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
Where does the bus arrive in Redding?
Main arrival station: 1530 Yuba St
All buses from Portland arrive at one main station in Redding.
All bus stations in Redding:
1530 Yuba St
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