How much is the train ticket from Portland to Bellingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Bellingham start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Portland to Bellingham?

The average train trip from Portland to Bellingham takes 9h 24m and covers 356 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to Bellingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Bellingham?

The earliest train from Portland to Bellingham departs at 10:40am. The latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Train Portland to Bellingham from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
		4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
		4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Union Station	5h 54m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
2:10pm	Union Station	5h 54m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
10:40am	Union Station	6h 35m	5:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Union Station	5h 54m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
10:40am	Union Station	6h 35m	5:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
10:40am	Union Station	9h 24m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Union Station	5h 54m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	Fastest
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
10:40am	Union Station	6h 35m	5:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
10:40am	Union Station	6h 35m	5:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:10pm	Union Station	5h 54m	8:04pm	Fairhaven Station	CheapestFastest
6:45am	Union Station	6h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags
4:45pm	Union Station	20h 30m	1:15pm	Fairhaven Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:47 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Bellingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bellingham. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

357 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $239	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $178	Average Duration9h 24m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Bellingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Portland to Bellingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Bellingham start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Portland to Bellingham?
The average train trip from Portland to Bellingham takes 9h 24m and covers 356 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Bellingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Bellingham?
The earliest train from Portland to Bellingham departs at 10:40am. The latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$71

12-10

$636

Today

$84

12-12

$130

12-13

$359

12-14

$359

12-15

$84

12-16

$84

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Bellingham was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $71

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, OR to Bellingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $71 to $808 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Bellingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-12-15.