How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Portland start from R 2 134. The average price for this train route is around R 2 348. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Portland?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Portland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1331 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Portland route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Portland?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Portland departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

Train Los Angeles to Portland from R 2 041 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Portland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:51	Union Station	1d 5h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:13	Union Station	1d 6h	15:40	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 525, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1316 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 525 - R 6 627	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 134 - R 4 120	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 121kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 134

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Portland, OR by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Portland start from R 2 134. The average price for this train route is around R 2 348. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Portland?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Portland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1331 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Portland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Portland?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Portland departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

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

R 2 975

10/12

R 3 183

Today

R 17 744

12/12

R 4 462

13/12

R 4 462

14/12

R 3 961

15/12

R 3 961

16/12

R 3 753

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 975

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 975 to R 21 825 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 753, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Portland, OR?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 1h	Avg priceR 2 485	Daily departures12
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 5h	Avg priceR 2 348	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, US and Portland, OR is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 348 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 134. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, OR, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Portland, OR in about 1d 1h – that's the fastest way to get there!