The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
£208
Average price
£208
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 49 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1330 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR will cost around £208 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £208.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Portland, OR every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1330 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 5 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 5 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £99, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 1330 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£168 Average Price Cheapest | £186 Average Price | £176 Average Price |
29h 4m Average total duration 28h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 3m Average total duration 21h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.0 - 8.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 17:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 30h27 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 1 change | |
5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight | 17:25 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 30h15 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 2 changes | |
14 Coast Starlight | 17:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 29h49 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 changesdirect | |
5717 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight | 18:55 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 28h45 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 2 changes | |
5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight | 19:05 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 28h35 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 2 changes | |
5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight | 20:55 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 26h45 | 23:40 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £53 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 1330 km distance in 26h 45m.
Distance 1330 km |
Average train duration 28h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 26h 45m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 14:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Portland, OR from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Los Angeles, CA and Portland, OR
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via NW 6th Avenue.
- Wilf's Restaurant & Bar
- Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Benson, a Coast Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance leading to platforms 1-3 for Amtrak services
- waiting areas and ticket counters are located in the main hall.
- MAX Light Rail: Green Line, Yellow Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: NS Line
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