The cheapest and fastest trains from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$237
Average price
$237
Fastest journey
17 h 59 m
Average duration
17 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR will cost around $237 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $237.
Of the 1 trains that leave Emeryville, CA for Portland, OR on Wed, Mar 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 25 the direct trains cover the 856 km distance in an average of 17 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 59 m .
On Wed, Mar 25 the slowest trains will take 17 h 59 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$210 Average price | $261 Average price | $174 Average price Cheapest |
18h 31m Average total duration 18h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:41 AM Emeryville, CA | 17h59 | 11:40 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR
Trains from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) but you can travel from only $79 (€64) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 17h 59m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average train duration 18h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 59m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 21:41 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Emeryville, CA and Portland, OR from $79 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Emeryville, CA to Portland, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Townhouse Bar & Grill
- Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
- Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
- Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: AC Transit lines available
- Shuttle: Emery Go-Round
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via NW 6th Avenue.
- Wilf's Restaurant & Bar
- Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Benson, a Coast Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance leading to platforms 1-3 for Amtrak services
- waiting areas and ticket counters are located in the main hall.
- MAX Light Rail: Green Line, Yellow Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: NS Line
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