Train from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to Portland on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Union StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego 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, 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
928 milesDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£82 - £281Average duration1d 5h
37kg CO₂e
Average price£123 - £251Average duration1d 9h
136kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Diego to Portland?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Portland start from £123. The average price for this train route is around £148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Diego to Portland?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Portland is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 928 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Portland route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Portland?

    The earliest train from San Diego to Portland departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 06:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
£131
10/12
£161
Today
£1,311
12/12
£503
13/12
£470
14/12
£196
15/12
£142
16/12
£142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £131

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

You can expect to pay from £131 to £1,315 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £142, which is on 2025-12-15.

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