Cheap train tickets from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR. Traveling by train from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR usually takes 98 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 83 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 2223 mi (3578 km) |
| Fastest train | 83h 54m |
| Lowest price | $766.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Greenville to Portland Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Greenville to Portland?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$923.50 | Avg. Price$413.62Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration98h 6m | Duration72h 5mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Greenville to Portland:
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What train companies travel from Greenville to Portland?
There are multiple trains that travel from Greenville to Portland, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 98h 6m | $923.50 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Greenville to Portland
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. You can also take a train for your return trip from Portland, OR to Greenville, SC. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR for $319.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between Greenville, SC and Portland, OR is approximately 2223 miles, or 3578 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 98 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 83 hours and 54 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)
2223
DISTANCE (KM)
3578
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Greenville, SC at 2:23am and arrives in Portland, OR around 83 hours later.
EARLIEST TRAIN
2:23am
LATEST TRAIN
2:23am
Trains from Greenville, SC to Portland, OR are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Tuesday
LEAST CROWDED
Tuesday
City Information
Greenville, SC
As the sixth-largest city in the state of South Carolina, Greenville is one of the state's hidden treasures! The city is a vibrant hub of artistic activities and exhibitions, with many on display at the Greenville County Museum of Art. For fans of automobiles, especially BMW cars, the BMW Zentrum will offer a comprehensive look at the brand's past, present, and future. To get close to nature, check out Cedar Falls Park, which features a majestic 200-foot wide waterfall as well as plenty of other scenic spots.
The city of Greenville boasts a vibrant food scene with plenty of signature Southern dishes. One of the best places in town to enjoy an authentic Southern BBQ dinner is at Bacon Bros. Public House, which offers impressive dishes at very affordable prices. For a more upscale dining experience, check out Passerelle Bistro, where you can have some of the finest French dishes.
Greenville is well-connected by both buses and trains, with frequent service to destinations like Orlando, New Orleans, Richmond, and even New York. Plus, the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is only 15 minutes from downtown Greenville.
Portland, OR
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 does the train leave from in Greenville?
Main departure station: 1120 W Washington St
There is one train station in Greenville, SC.
All train stations in Greenville:
- 1120 W Washington St
Where does the train arrive in Portland?
Main arrival 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
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