The cheapest and fastest trains from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
13 h 14 m
Average duration
13 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
701 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kalispell, MT 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 Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kalispell, MT for Portland, OR on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 701 km distance in an average of 13 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 14 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 13 h 14 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.
5:21 AM13h14Kalispell, MT6:35 PMPortland, OR$1381One-way0 transfers
4:21 AM13h14Kalispell, MT5:35 PMPortland, OR$1391One-way0 transfers
5:21 AM13h14Kalispell, MT6:35 PMPortland, OR$1381One-way0 transfers
4:21 AM13h14Kalispell, MT5:35 PMPortland, OR$1391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $83, and a flight costs an average of $288.
Distance: 435 miles (701 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$148 Average price Cheapest | $380 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR:
A train is $231 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR costing on average $380 (€307).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 42m.
Tickets start at around $148 (€120) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.19 (€-29.21). The journey takes 13h 42m versus 9h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27 Empire Builder | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 13h56 | 11:17 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
7 Empire Builder · 507 Amtrak Cascades | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 19h58 | 5:19 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 1 transfer | |
7 Empire Builder · 27 Empire Builder | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 13h14 | 10:35 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 1 transfer | |
27 Empire Builder | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 13h14 | 10:35 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
27 Empire Builder · 5564 AMTRAK | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 20h50 | 6:11 PM Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
7 Empire Builder · 27 Empire Builder | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 13h56 | 11:17 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
27 Empire Builder · 518 Amtrak Cascades | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 17h05 | 2:26 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 1 transfer | |
7 Empire Builder · 507 Amtrak Cascades | 10:21 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 20h24 | 5:45 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
![]() | 4:21 AM Kalispell, MT | 13h14 | 5:35 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:21 AM Kalispell, MT | 13h14 | 6:35 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR
Trains from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 435 miles (701 km) distance in 13h 14m.
Distance 435 miles (701 km) |
Average train duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 13h 14m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 10:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Kalispell, MT and Portland, OR from $83 (€67). 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 Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalispell, MT 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 Kalispell, MT to Portland, OR
- 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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