The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$559
Average price
$1650
Fastest journey
2 d 22 h 37 m
Average duration
3 d 13 h 33 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
3925 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Portland, OR will cost around $1650 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $559.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Portland, OR without transferring at least once.
49 Lake Shore Limited · 27 Empire Builder
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight
49 Lake Shore Limited · 27 Empire Builder
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder
51 Cardinal · 27 Empire Builder
49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast StarlightTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $91, and a train costs an average of $246.
Distance: 2438 miles (3925 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$587 Average price | $336 Average price Cheapest | $402 Average price |
70h 52m Average total duration 70h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration Fastest 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 94h 19m Average total duration 93h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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New York, NY to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Portland, OR trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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49 Lake Shore Limited · 27 Empire Builder | 7:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 70h37 | 6:17 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 7:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 99h00 | 10:40 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Portland, OR
Trains from New York, NY to Portland, OR run on average 7 times per day, taking around 70h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $246 (€201) but you can travel from only $91 (€74) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 2438 miles (3925 km) distance in 70h 37m.
Distance 2438 miles (3925 km) |
Average train duration 70h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $246 (€201) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 70h 37m |
First train 06:40 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Portland, OR from $91 (€74). 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 New York, NY to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Portland, OR
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 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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