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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Portland to Stanwood per day. The average train journey from Portland to Stanwood takes 5 hours and 9 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 188 mi (303 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 9m |
| Lowest price | $43.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cascades |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Portland to Stanwood?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Portland, OR to Stanwood, WA was $43.00. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 1 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $25.17 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly avg. prices
Mark your calendar for April if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Portland to Stanwood. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $47. If you're planning a trip from Portland to Stanwood during August, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $71 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.
Which train should you take from Portland to Stanwood?
Amtrak Cascades is the one and only train line which connects Portland to Stanwood. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Cascades | 1 | 5h 9m | $59.92 |
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 1 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Portland to Stanwood, and the average train ticket costs .
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Portland and Stanwood is approximately 188 miles, or 303 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 9 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 from Portland to Stanwood are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Portland at 2:00pm and arrives in Stanwood around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Stanwood 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 Stanwood to Portland.
City Information
Portland
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 Stanwood?
Main arrival station: 27111 Florence Way
Stanwood has one train station.
All train stations in Stanwood:
27111 Florence Way
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