Trains from Vancouver, BC to Portland, OR

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TodayApr 24
TomorrowApr 25
from $74
FriApr 26
SatApr 27
from $124
SunApr 28
from $124
MonApr 29
from $122
TueApr 30
from $122
WedMay 1

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Pacific Central Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $74
Train Vancouver to Portland: Trip Overview

Train Vancouver to Portland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$78
Average train trip duration8h 20m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:15 AM
Distance260 miles (418 km)
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Vancouver Portland recent customer reviews

The train staff are efficient and attentive

Meryl Eileen P.October 20, 2023

Train was taken in Seattle to PDX, staff almost nonexistent, washrooms filthy. Train, comfortable seating, swift and easy. Feels like with more staff and $ investment in all amenities it could be fun!

Don B.June 12, 2022
US train company: VIA Rail Canada

Vancouver to Portland Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:15AM
Minimum Price$74
Average Ticket Price$78
Minimum Trip Duration8h20m
Average Train Trip Duration8h20m
Distance260 miles (418 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Vancouver - Portland

The average train ticket price from Vancouver to Portland is $78. The best way to find train tickets from Vancouver 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!

A train trip between Vancouver and Portland is around 8h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 259 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Vancouver to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Vancouver to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/22
$55
04/23
$55
Today
$65
04/25
$56
04/26
$74
04/27
$74
04/28
$65
04/29
$55
The cheapest trip from Vancouver to Portland was searched and found on Apr 22, 2024 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $74 for a train ticket from Vancouver to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2024-04-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Vancouver to Portland is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Portland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Vancouver and Portland compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Vancouver to Portland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Will you be returning to Vancouver by train?

Train from Portland to Vancouver

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