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Portland to Walla Walla Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Portland to Walla Walla. The train trip from Portland to Walla Walla is usually about 5 hours and 50 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 212 mi (341 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 50m |
| Lowest price | NOK 653.01 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Portland to Walla Walla?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Portland to Walla Walla was NOK 653.01. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Walla Walla if you book your train tickets at least 13 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra NOK 224.47.
Average train ticket prices from Portland to Walla Walla by month
Which train should you take from Portland to Walla Walla?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Portland to Walla Walla. 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 | 1 | 5h 51m | NOK 801.16 |
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 Walla Walla every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 571.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Portland to Walla Walla
The distance between Portland and Walla Walla is approximately 212 miles, or 341 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 50 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 Walla Walla tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Sunday 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 Walla Walla around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Portland
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Image credit: Unsplash
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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 Walla Walla?
Main arrival station: 108 West Main St
Walla Walla has one train station.
All train stations in Walla Walla:
108 West Main St
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