How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Portland start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $319. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Portland takes 1d 16h and covers 1021 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Portland route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Portland?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Portland departs at 11:40pm. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Salt Lake City to Portland from $237 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Portland on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	1d 16h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:11 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1021 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$142 - $321	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$214 - $1,926	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $214

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Portland start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $319. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Portland?
The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Portland takes 1d 16h and covers 1021 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Portland route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Portland?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Portland departs at 11:40pm. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$1,790

12-11

No data

Today

$349

12-13

$505

12-14

$275

12-15

$295

12-16

$275

12-17

$462

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $275

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

You can expect to pay from $275 to $1,790 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $275 which is on 2025-12-14.