How much does a train ticket from San Diego to Portland cost?

The average train ticket price from San Diego to Portland is $179. The best way to find train tickets from San Diego to Portland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from San Diego to Portland?

A train trip between San Diego and Portland is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 932 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Diego and Portland?

The number of trains from San Diego to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Diego to Portland?

When taking the train from San Diego to Portland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Portland?

Once in Portland, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Food Cart Pods, Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Coffee Culture, Lan Su Chinese Garden, Breweries.

Train San Diego to Portland from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
4:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Portland on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 9h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
4:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:10 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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, 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

928 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $379	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $328	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,584 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5584 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 $160

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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$185

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$170

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$207

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $170

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

You can expect to pay from $170 to $1,299 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2025-11-18.