The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- €30
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- €48
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 3 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 3 h 25 m
- Trains on 11 Nov
- 7
- Distance
- 233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €30.
On Wed, 11 Nov, we found 7 trains from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
508 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:25 PM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €30 1 One-way 0 changes
506 Amtrak Cascades5:55 PM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 9:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €37 1 One-way 0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades6:45 AM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 10:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €37 1 One-way 0 changes
502 Amtrak Cascades8:30 AM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 11:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €40 1 One-way 0 changes
14 Coast Starlight3:56 PM 3h55 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €56 1 One-way 0 changes
506 Amtrak Cascades5:55 PM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 9:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €37 1 One-way 0 changes
508 Amtrak Cascades [New Train]7:25 PM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €30 1 One-way 0 changes
504 Amtrak Cascades10:40 AM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 2:05 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €70 1 One-way 0 changes
500 Amtrak Cascades6:45 AM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 10:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €37 1 One-way 0 changes
502 Amtrak Cascades8:30 AM 3h25 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR 11:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA €40 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
Trains from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Portland, OR to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Seattle, WA trains for today, Tuesday, 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
500 Amtrak Cascades | 6:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 10:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
502 Amtrak Cascades | 8:30 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 11:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
504 Amtrak Cascades | 10:40 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 2:05 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
518 Amtrak Cascades | 2:10 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h27 | 5:37 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 3:56 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h55 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 5:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 9:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades [New Train] | 7:25 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Portland, OR and Seattle, WA
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FAQs: Portland, OR to Seattle, WA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portland, OR and Seattle, WA
Most Portland, OR to Seattle, WA trains use the Portland Union Station to King Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portland, OR and Seattle, WA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portland, OR station do trains to Seattle, WA leave from?
Getting to Portland Union Station from Portland city centre
Portland Union Station train station facilities and services
Portland Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wilf's Restaurant & Bar, Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portland Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Portland Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portland Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portland Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown, The Benson, a Coast Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center.
Which Seattle, WA station do trains from Portland, OR arrive at?
Getting to King Street Station from Seattle city centre
King Street Station train station facilities and services
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
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