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Portland to Pasco Train Schedule

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

There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Portland to Pasco.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
$37.83
Avg. Price
$59.71
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
1
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
3h 49m
Duration
4h 21m

Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Portland to Pasco. Traveling by train from Portland to Pasco usually takes 4 hours and 21 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance179 mi (288 km)
Fastest train4h 21m
Lowest price$32.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Empire Builder
Train lines2

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Portland to Pasco

(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Anita

August 27, 2024- Business

Amtrak Empire Builder

Pros: Safe, fun, relxing, has a bathroom available, beautiful scenery. Cons: The stairs not so steep. Tips: Get there early, watch the signs for departure and arrival.

4.0

Dhifaf

March 1, 2024- Visiting family

Amtrak Empire Builder

Pros: Overall is good and nice trip. but the lady in crew was very uptight. Cons: More cleaning , helpful crew , wifi. Tips: Take Wifi or hotspot.

4.0

Efren

September 13, 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak Empire Builder

Pros: Looking out the window. Cons: Nothing. Tips: No.

5.0

Kyesha

May 27, 2019- Business

Amtrak Empire Builder

Pros: The views. Cons: Security checks. There's sketchy people who ride the trains that look like they carry weapons. Tips: Travel with mace or stub gun because they have no secuu and it's scary.

What is the price of a train ticket from Portland to Pasco?

The average price for a train ticket from Portland to Pasco is $50.50, By booking your trip at least 17 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $28.70 more.

Monthly avg. prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during October. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Portland to Pasco, with the average price at just $48. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in December, when the average price goes up to $84. 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

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By booking your train trip from Portland to Pasco on Wanderu at least 17 days ahead of time, you can save about $28.70 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Portland to Pasco?

2 train services operate from Portland to Pasco. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak14h 21m$32.00
Amtrak Empire Builder14h 21m$67.76

  • 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 1 Amtrak trains from Portland to Pasco every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $32.

  • The Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Portland to Pasco

Yes, there are some trains that travel the entire distance from Portland to Pasco. However, in some cases you will have to take a bus for part of your journey in addition to taking the train.

The distance between Portland and Pasco is approximately 179 miles, or 288 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 21 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 Pasco 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Portland at 4:00pm and arrives in Pasco around 4 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Pasco with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Pasco 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 Pasco?

Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 535 N 1st Ave

Pasco has one train station.

All train stations in Pasco:

  • Intermodal Station - 535 N 1st Ave

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