The cheapest and fastest trains from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olympia, 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 Olympia, WA to Portland, OR will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 17 trains that leave Olympia, WA for Portland, OR on Fri, May 29, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
511 Amtrak Cascades9:11 PM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA10:49 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$351One-way0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades9:11 PM2h04Centennial Station, Lacey, WA11:15 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$361One-way0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades8:33 AM1h36Centennial Station, Lacey, WA10:09 AMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$371One-way0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades10:16 AM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA11:54 AMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$411One-way0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight11:24 AM1h48Centennial Station, Lacey, WA1:12 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$411One-way0 transfers
503 Amtrak Cascades8:33 AM1h36Centennial Station, Lacey, WA10:09 AMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$371One-way0 transfers
505 Amtrak Cascades10:16 AM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA11:54 AMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$411One-way0 transfers
511 Amtrak Cascades9:11 PM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA10:49 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$351One-way0 transfers
517 Amtrak Cascades1:31 PM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA3:09 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$561One-way0 transfers
509 Amtrak Cascades7:01 PM1h38Centennial Station, Lacey, WA8:39 PMVancouver Station, Vancouver, WA$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Olympia, WA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $108.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $293 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $37 (€30).
A train is $267 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $293 (€237).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Train takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€21) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.04 (€-2.45). The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 45m 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
Olympia, WA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Olympia, WA to Portland, OR trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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503 Amtrak Cascades | 8:33 AM Centennial Station, Lacey, WA | 2h02 | 10:35 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
503 Amtrak Cascades | 8:33 AM Centennial Station, Lacey, WA | 1h36 | 10:09 AM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR
Trains from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Olympia, WA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Olympia, WA and Portland, OR from $24 (€19). 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 Olympia, WA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olympia, 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 Olympia, 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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