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Bus from Portland to Hillsboro: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Portland to Hillsboro. Traveling by bus from Portland to Hillsboro usually takes around 34 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 13 mi (20 km) |
| Shortest duration | 30m |
| Cheapest price | $6.00 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Portland to Hillsboro Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Portland to Hillsboro:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Portland to Hillsboro?
Bus tickets for a trip from Portland to Hillsboro cost $6.00 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. 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 Hillsboro by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Portland to Hillsboro in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $6 to $6. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Hillsboro this week, bus tickets are available starting at $6.
Average bus ticket prices from Portland to Hillsboro by month
Traveling from Portland to Hillsboro by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $6 whenever you decide to travel.
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 save money on bus tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.
What bus companies travel from Portland to Hillsboro?
There are multiple buses that travel from Portland to Hillsboro, including Amtrak Thruway. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 4 | 34m | $6.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Portland to Hillsboro start at $6. On average, there are 4 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Portland to Hillsboro
Bus tickets for a trip from Portland to Hillsboro cost $6.00 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Portland to Hillsboro every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Portland to Hillsboro without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
4
DIRECT TRIPS
4
The bus takes an average of 34 minutes to cover the 13 miles from Portland to Hillsboro. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
13
DISTANCE (KM)
20
The first bus leaves at 8:28am and the last bus leaves at 6:30pm. To see the times for all buses from Portland to Hillsboro, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
8:28am
LATEST BUS
6:30pm
Because many passengers travel from Portland to Hillsboro at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 Hillsboro, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
City Information
Portland
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 Portland?
Main departure 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 bus service via Greyhound, and connects to the Portland Streetcar, MAX Light Rail, and several local TriMet buses. There is a restaurant and bar onsite, as well as a Metropolitan Lounge reserved for Amtrak’s first- and business-class passengers.
All bus stations in Portland:
- Union Station
Where does the bus arrive in Hillsboro?
Main arrival station: Hillsboro, Oregon
All buses from Portland arrive at one main station in Hillsboro.
All bus stations in Hillsboro:
- Hillsboro, Oregon
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