How much does a train ticket from Washington to Portland cost?

The average train ticket price from Washington to Portland is $565. The best way to find train tickets from Washington 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 Washington to Portland?

A train trip between Washington and Portland is around 4d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 22h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2345 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Portland?

The number of trains from Washington to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Portland?

When taking the train from Washington 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 Washington to Portland from $238 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Portland on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59am	Union Station	3d 3h	11:17am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Union Station	4d 7h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Union Station	4d 2h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Union Station	2d 22h	11:17am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	5d	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 3 days, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3d 10hAverage Duration

2349 milesDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$227 - $428	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$248 - $4,739	Average Duration4d 2h	CO₂ emissions 344kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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 $248

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Portland, OR by train

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

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $256

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

You can expect to pay from $256 to $3,181 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $465 which is on 2025-11-24.