How much is the train ticket from Portland to Spokane?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Spokane start from R 720. The average price for this train route is around R 1 597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portland to Spokane?

The average train journey time from Portland to Spokane is 13h 57m, covering a distance of 457 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to Spokane 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 Portland to Spokane?

The earliest train from Portland to Spokane departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Train Portland to Spokane from R 675 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	13h 57m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	13h 57m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	13h 57m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Spokane on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:45	Union Station	7h 32m	00:17	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	17h 52m	00:37	Amtrak / Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:40 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Spokane

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Spokane. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 669, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 669 - R 2 390	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 720 - R 8 756	Average duration13h 57m	CO₂ emissions 42kg 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 720

Amtrak Portland Spokane recent customer reviews

Being a foreigner it gave a good glimpse of the beautiful US countryside.

Roseidah L.

7 June 2024

Was canceled and money is not returned

Chandriss D.

20 April 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Spokane 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 Portland to Spokane?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Spokane start from R 720. The average price for this train route is around R 1 597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Spokane?
The average train journey time from Portland to Spokane is 13h 57m, covering a distance of 457 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Spokane 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 Portland to Spokane?
The earliest train from Portland to Spokane departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 522

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R 1 522

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R 1 522

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R 1 522

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R 1 522

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Spokane was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 522

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 522 to R 14 458 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Spokane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 522, which is on 2025-12-12.