The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 7 trains that leave Portland, OR for Seattle, WA every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
508 Amtrak Cascades19:253h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR22:50King Street Station, Seattle, WA£241One-way0 changes
506 Amtrak Cascades17:553h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR21:20King Street Station, Seattle, WA£241One-way0 changes
14 Coast Starlight15:563h55Portland Union Station, Portland, OR19:51King Street Station, Seattle, WA£391One-way0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades6:453h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:10King Street Station, Seattle, WA£391One-way0 changes
518 Amtrak Cascades14:103h27Portland Union Station, Portland, OR17:37King Street Station, Seattle, WA£541One-way0 changes
508 Amtrak Cascades19:253h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR22:50King Street Station, Seattle, WA£241One-way0 changes
506 Amtrak Cascades17:553h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR21:20King Street Station, Seattle, WA£241One-way0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades6:453h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:10King Street Station, Seattle, WA£391One-way0 changes
502 Amtrak Cascades8:303h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR11:55King Street Station, Seattle, WA£601One-way0 changes
504 Amtrak Cascades10:403h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR14:05King Street Station, Seattle, WA£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 233 km
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£34 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Portland, OR to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Seattle, WA trains for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
518 Amtrak Cascades | 14:10 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h27 | 17:37 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 15:56 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h55 | 19:51 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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506 Amtrak Cascades | 17:55 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 21:20 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 19:25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 22:50 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
Trains from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 6:45 |
Last train 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Seattle, WA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portland, OR to Seattle, WA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portland, OR and Seattle, WA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
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