Cheap train tickets from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI. Traveling by train from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI usually takes 1 day, 19 hours, and 2 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance: 1655 mi (2664 km)
Fastest train: 43h 2m
Lowest price: SEK 9,941.61
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak Empire Builder
Train lines: 1

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Portland, OR to Columbus, WI Train Schedule

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There are several train options that can take you from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI:

Amtrak Empire Builder tickets: SEK 9,942 one-way

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Which train should you take from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI?

Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Portland, OR to Columbus, WI. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Empire Builder	2	43h 2m	SEK 16,577.54

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, OR to Columbus, WI

Trains leave the station in Portland, OR twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Columbus, WI faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Columbus, WI to Portland, OR.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Portland, OR and Columbus, WI is approximately 1,655 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 19 hours, and 2 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.

Distance (mi)

1655

Distance (km)

2664

The earliest train departs Portland, OR at 4:45 PM while the last train of the day leaves at 4:45 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

4:45pm

Last train

4:45pm

Trains from Portland, OR to Columbus, WI are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Portland

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, OR?

Main departure station: Union Station

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

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, OR:

Union Station

Where is the train station in Columbus, WI?

Main arrival station: 359 N Ludington St

Columbus, WI has one train station.

All train stations in Columbus, WI:

359 N Ludington St

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