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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum with strong Native American, Northwest, and contemporary collections in downtown Portland.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $248. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $248, and a train costs an average of $321.
Distance: 1708 miles (2749 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$396 Average price | $2462 Average price | $260 Average price Cheapest | $422 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
64h 20m Average total duration 63h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 79h 31m Average total duration 79h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Portland, OR:
A flight is $136 (€109) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Austin, TX to Portland, OR costing on average $396 (€319).
A flight is $2201 (€1772) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Portland, OR costing on average $2462 (€1982).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 63h 50m.
Train takes on average 79h 1m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 74h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $474 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 59h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $210 |
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Buses from Austin, TX to Portland, OR run on average 5 times per day, taking around 63h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $210 (€169) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1708 miles (2749 km) distance in 59h 10m.
Distance 1708 miles (2749 km) |
Average bus duration 63h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $210 (€169) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 59h 10m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Portland, OR by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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