The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND
Cheapest price
$300
Average price
$300
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 36 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1989 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND will cost around $300 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $300.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Fargo, ND on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 1989 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 8 h 36 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 1 d 8 h 36 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.
12:45 AM32h36Portland, OR9:21 AMFargo, ND$3001One-way0 transfers
12:45 AM32h36Portland, OR9:21 AMFargo, ND$3001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Portland, OR to Fargo, ND
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $135. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $135, and a flight costs an average of $528.
Distance: 1235 miles (1989 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$257 Average price Cheapest | $605 Average price | $295 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
33h 45m Average total duration 33h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration Fastest 8h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND:
A train is $348 (€281) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND costing on average $605 (€488).
Other travel options to Fargo, ND take longer:
Train takes on average 33h 15m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Portland, OR to Fargo, ND train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Fargo, ND trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 PM Portland, OR | 32h36 | 8:21 AM Fargo, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 AM Portland, OR | 32h36 | 9:21 AM Fargo, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND
Trains from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND run on average 4 times per day, taking around 33h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€109) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 1235 miles (1989 km) distance in 32h 36m.
Distance 1235 miles (1989 km) |
Average train duration 33h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€109) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 32h 36m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 4:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Fargo, ND from $135 (€109). 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 Portland, OR to Fargo, ND
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND 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 Fargo, ND, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Fargo, ND
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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