How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Portland start from R 429. The average price for this train route is around R 429. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Portland?

The average train journey time from Tacoma to Portland is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Portland route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Tacoma to Portland departs at 08:00. And the latest train departs at 20:38.

Train Tacoma to Portland from R 396 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:58	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	15:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:58	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	15:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:08	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	17:45	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:08	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	17:45	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:28	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	21:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:38	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	23:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Portland on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:00	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 35m	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:43	Tacoma Dome Station	2h 37m	12:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:43	Tacoma Dome Station	3h 12m	13:55	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:16 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tacoma to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 429, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 37mAverage duration

192 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 448 - R 1 139	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 429 - R 5 695	Average duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 429

Amtrak Tacoma Portland recent customer reviews

calm & relaxing ride

Angela T.

18 February 2024

Train was on time, clean and comfortable seats.

Lynda B.

8 August 2023

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Tacoma to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Portland start from R 429. The average price for this train route is around R 429. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Portland?
The average train journey time from Tacoma to Portland is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Tacoma to Portland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Tacoma to Portland?
The earliest train from Tacoma to Portland departs at 08:00. And the latest train departs at 20:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 511

25/01

R 955

Today

R 396

27/01

R 396

28/01

R 396

29/01

R 396

30/01

R 511

31/01

R 396

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Portland, OR was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 396

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

You can expect to pay from R 396 to R 4 331 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 396, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tacoma to Portland, OR?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h 40m	Avg priceR 505	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 37m	Avg priceR 429	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Tacoma and Portland, OR is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 429 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 429. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, OR, choose the train, as it will take you from Tacoma to Portland, OR in about 2h 37m – that's the fastest way to get there!