How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Portland start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $122. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Portland?

The average train ride duration from Oakland to Portland is 18h 19m, covering a distance of 531 miles (856 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Oakland to Portland route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Portland?

The earliest train departs from Oakland to Portland at 5:48pm. And the latest train departs at 9:41pm.

Train Oakland to Portland from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:48pm	Coliseum/Airport	21h 52m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Coliseum/Airport	21h 52m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:48pm	Coliseum/Airport	21h 52m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Coliseum/Airport	21h 52m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Portland on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Jack London Square	18h 19m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:41pm	Emeryville Station	17h 59m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:41 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

533 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $273	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$95 - $228	Average Duration18h 19m	CO₂ emissions 78kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $95

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland 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 Oakland to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Portland start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $122. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Portland?
The average train ride duration from Oakland to Portland is 18h 19m, covering a distance of 531 miles (856 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Oakland to Portland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Portland?
The earliest train departs from Oakland to Portland at 5:48pm. And the latest train departs at 9:41pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$131

12/10

$165

Today

$1,218

12/12

$114

12/13

$147

12/14

$147

12/15

$131

12/16

$165

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $114

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

You can expect to pay from $114 to $1,219 for a train ticket from Oakland to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Portland, OR?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time16h 30m	Avg Price$126	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time18h 19m	Avg Price$122	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Oakland 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 $122 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $95. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, OR, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Portland, OR in about 16h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!