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TodayDec 9
from $39
TomorrowDec 10
from $44
MonDec 11
from $34
TueDec 12
from $32
WedDec 13
ThuDec 14
FriDec 15
from $44
SatDec 16

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12:30PM
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Bellingham - Bellingham (WWU)
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Portland - Portland Union Station
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5:55PM
5h25m
11:20PM
Bellingham - Bellingham (WWU)
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Portland - Portland Union Station
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3:00PM
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Bellingham - Fairhaven Station
Portland - Union Station
3:20PM
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11:20PM
Bellingham - Bellingham Bus Stop
Portland - Portland Union Station
10:45AM
6h52m
5:37PM
Bellingham - Fairhaven Station
Portland - Union Station
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Bus Bellingham to Portland: Trip Overview

Bus Bellingham to Portland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$59
Average bus trip duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:05 AM
Distance221 miles (355 km)
Latest bus departure5:55 PM

Bellingham to Portland Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Buses5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:05AM - 5:55PM
Minimum Price$32
Average Ticket Price$59
Minimum Trip Duration5h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h35m
Distance221 miles (355 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bellingham - Portland

You can take a bus or a train to go from Bellingham to Portland. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Portland. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Bellingham to Portland takes around 6h 35m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 25m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 223 miles (360 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Bellingham and Portland is 223 miles (360 km).

About 5 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus, Amtrak and Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Bellingham to Portland may vary. Simplify your trip from Bellingham to Portland by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 2:05 AM and 5:55 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Bellingham to Portland leave from Fairhaven Station and arrive at Portland Union Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $36.

You can expect to pay around $59 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $36 and $142, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Portland, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Portland Saturday Market, Japanese Garden, The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium, Lan Su Chinese Garden and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12/08
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Today
$39
12/10
$44
12/11
$33
12/12
$31
12/13
$38
12/14
$37
The cheapest trip from Bellingham to Portland was searched and found on Dec 12, 2023 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $85 for a bus ticket from Bellingham to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2023-12-12.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bellingham and Portland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bellingham to Portland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bellingham to Portland will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bellingham to Portland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Bellingham to Portland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time6h 35mAvg Price$59Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time6h 21mAvg Price$76Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Bellingham and Portland is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $59 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $36. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Bellingham to Portland in about 6h 21m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Bellingham by bus?

Bus from Portland to Bellingham

You can also go to Portland by train

Train from Bellingham to Portland

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