The cheapest and fastest trains from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lakewood, WA 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 Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 7 trains that leave Lakewood, WA for Portland, OR on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
505 Amtrak Cascades9:43 AM2h37Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA12:20 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$271One-way0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades · 5564 AMTRAK9:43 AM8h28Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA6:11 PMPortland, OR$331One-way1 transfer
503 Amtrak Cascades8:00 AM2h35Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA10:35 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$391One-way0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight10:43 AM3h12Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA1:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$661One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:58 PM2h37Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA3:35 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$661One-way0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades8:00 AM2h35Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA10:35 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$391One-way0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades9:43 AM2h37Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA12:20 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$271One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades12:58 PM2h37Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA3:35 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$661One-way0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight10:43 AM3h12Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA1:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$661One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades · 5564 AMTRAK12:58 PM5h13Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA6:11 PMPortland, OR$711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $259.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $291 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR:
A bus is $0.84 (€0.67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $40 (€32).
A bus is $252 (€201) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $291 (€232).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Live departures
Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
505 Amtrak Cascades | 9:43 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 12:20 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 Amtrak Cascades · 5564 AMTRAK | 9:43 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 8h28 | 6:11 PM Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight | 10:43 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 3h12 | 1:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5564 AMTRAK | 10:43 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 7h28 | 6:11 PM Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
517 Amtrak Cascades · 5564 AMTRAK | 12:58 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 5h13 | 6:11 PM Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
517 Amtrak Cascades | 12:58 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 3:35 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 Amtrak Cascades | 8:38 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 11:15 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:38 AM Lakewood, WA | 2h37 | 7:15 AM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Lakewood, WA | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR
Trains from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 8:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lakewood, WA and Portland, OR from $27 (€21). 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 Lakewood, WA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lakewood, WA 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 Lakewood, WA 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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