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Trip Summary
7 trains operate daily from Portland to Centralia. The train trip from Portland to Centralia is usually about one hour and 33 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can get you there in as little as one hour and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (134 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 32m |
| Lowest price | $19.00 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cascades |
| Train lines | 2 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Portland to Centralia?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Portland to Centralia was $19.36. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Centralia if you book your train tickets at least 28 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $17.20.
Monthly avg. prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Portland to Centralia, with the average price at just $19. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in August, when the average price goes up to $28. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Portland to Centralia. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around $17.20. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Portland to Centralia?
2 train services operate from Portland to Centralia. Amtrak Cascades usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Cascades | 6 | 1h 33m | $23.94 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 1h 37m | $28.13 |
The Cascades is a passenger train service operated by Amtrak that runs between Vancouver, BC and Eugene, OR. Not only is the Cascades one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the trains also offer free WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and refreshments available for purchase. There are an average of 6 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Portland to Centralia, and the average train ticket costs .
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Portland to Centralia
The distance between Portland and Centralia is approximately 84 miles, or 134 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 32 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Trains departing from Portland to Centralia tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Portland at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Portland to Centralia.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Centralia to Portland.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Portland?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 Centralia?
Main arrival station: 210 Railroad Ave
Centralia has one train station.
All train stations in Centralia:
210 Railroad Ave
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