How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Portland start from $152. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Portland is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 633 miles (1021 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Portland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Portland at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Salt Lake City to Portland from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

633 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $228	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$152 - $1,366	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $152

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR 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 Salt Lake City to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Portland start from $152. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Portland?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Portland is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 633 miles (1021 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Portland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Portland?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Portland at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

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

No data

12/10

$1,269

Today

No data

12/12

$247

12/13

$358

12/14

$195

12/15

$209

12/16

$195

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $195

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

You can expect to pay from $195 to $1,269 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2025-12-14.