The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA
Cheapest price
$311
Average price
$311
Fastest journey
20 h 40 m
Average duration
20 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
895 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA 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 Redwood City, CA will cost around $311 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $311.
It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA without transferring at least once.
2:22 PM20h40Portland, OR11:02 AMRedwood City, CA$3111One-way1 transfer
2:22 PM20h40Portland, OR11:02 AMRedwood City, CA$3111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $140. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $140, and a flight costs an average of $72.
Distance: 556 miles (895 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$168 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $169 Average price | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 29m Average total duration 20h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration 15h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA:
A train is $0.89 (€0.73) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA costing on average $169 (€138).
A train is $2 (€1) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA costing on average $170 (€138).
Other travel options to Redwood City, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 35m.
Train takes on average 20h 59m.
Tickets start at around $168 (€137) compared to roughly $134 (€110) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.48 (€-27.33). The journey takes 20h 59m versus 9h 57m 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
Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:22 PM Portland, OR | 20h41 | 11:03 AM Redwood City, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA
Trains from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $140 (€114) but you can travel from only $72 (€59) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 17:05, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 556 miles (895 km) distance in 20h 59m.
Distance 556 miles (895 km) |
Average train duration 20h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $140 (€114) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 20h 59m |
First train 5:05 PM |
Last train 5:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Redwood City, CA from $72 (€59). 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 Redwood City, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA 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 Redwood City, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Redwood City, CA
- 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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