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Portland to Lincoln City Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Portland and Lincoln City. The average train journey from Portland to Lincoln City takes 6 hours and 48 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Distance76 mi (122 km)
Fastest train3h 18m
Lowest price$19.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Portland to Lincoln City

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Michelle

April 5, 2023- Visiting family

Amtrak

Pros: Very easy trip from Portland to Lincoln City. Cons: places to feel safe while waiting for the bus in the AM at the Portland Amtrack station.

5.0

theresa c

July 17, 2022- Solo travel

Amtrak

Pros: The coach was nice and cool. Cons: Nothing I can think of except on the way back they made me take my suitcase aboard and I had paid for insurance, so that was kind of confusing.

5.0

Catherine

June 22, 2022- Solo travel

Amtrak

Pros: Very enjoyable! Cons: Nothing that I can think of.

5.0

Carolyn

May 8, 2021- Business

Amtrak

Pros: Big bus was comfy. Cons: Salem connection confusing - lack of signage as to where to board bus to Lincoln City. Tips: Be sure to ask in Salem where to board the bus to Lincoln City! No signage.

Which train should you take from Portland to Lincoln City?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Portland to Lincoln City. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak36h 48m$21.67

  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets 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 Portland to Lincoln City every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $19.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Portland to Lincoln City

While the train is the main method of transportation from Portland to Lincoln City, 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 bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Portland and Lincoln City is approximately 76 miles, or 122 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 18 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Portland to Lincoln City tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Portland at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

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 carry-on 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 Lincoln City to Portland.

City Information

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 is the train station in Portland?

Union Station - 800 NW 6th Ave - PDXAMT-0

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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 train stations in Portland:

  • Union Station

Where is the train station in Lincoln City?

Main arrival station: 1725 NW 44th St

Lincoln City has one train station.

All train stations in Lincoln City:

  • 1725 NW 44th St

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