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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA

Showing times and prices for 09 Jul

Cheapest price

£232

Average price

£232

Fastest journey

1 d 6 h 49 m

Average duration

1 d 6 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

1330 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £232 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £232.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Los Angeles, CA 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 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 d 6 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.

14:2230h49

Portland, OR

21:11Los Angeles, CA

£2321One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 flight costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £126.

Distance: 1330 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Coach
£266 Average Price	£147 Average Price Cheapest	£148 Average Price
28h 22m Average total duration 27h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	21h 38m Average total duration 21h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.4 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	4.0 - 8.0kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday 8 July

Last updated at 01:11

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
11 Coast Starlight	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	30h49	04:11 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	0 changesdirect
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	31h30	04:52 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 San Joaquins · 5812 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	28h13	01:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	26h13	23:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 712 San Joaquins · 5812 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	28h13	01:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	33h58	07:20 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	1 change
11 Coast Starlight · 3712 AMTRAK · 712 San Joaquins · 5812 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	28h13	01:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5710 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	26h13	23:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK	21:22 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR	26h13	23:35 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	3 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA?

The best time to book your train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA.

Trains

from £107

Coaches

from £94

Flights

from £116

Journey information

Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA

USA

Trains from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 27h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £126 but you can travel from only £66 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £66

Distance

1330 km

Average train duration

27h 52m

Cheapest ticket price

£126

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

28h 13m

First train

07:13

Last train

14:22

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £66

Train providers: Amtrak trains Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA

Travel between Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA from £122 with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 26 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: £122
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA train

FAQs: Travel by train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as £107 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA is £281; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA is 26 h 13 min to travel the 825 mile long trip, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 07: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 18: 10.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Los Angeles, CA from Portland, OR as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 10.

The cheapest month for a train from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA is September.

You have options as you can travel from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA

Portland

Los Angeles

The major train station for departures in Portland is Portland Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portland Union Station for your trip from Portland to Los Angeles.

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