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Cheap train tickets from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Cheapest

$186

Average

$186

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

02:22PM18h58

Portland Union Station, Portland, OR

09:20AMSan Francisco, CA

$1861One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 13

Amtrak

02:22PM18h58

Portland Union Station, Portland, OR

09:20AMSan Francisco, CA

1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA?

The best time to book your train from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA.

Trains

from $101

Buses

from $81

Flights

from $141

Fastest train times from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Fastest Journey

18 h 58 m

Average

18 h 58 m

Trains per day

Distance

862 km

It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest

02:22PM18h58

Portland Union Station, Portland, OR

09:20AMSan Francisco, CA

$1861One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA

Distance	534 miles (861 km)
Average train duration	18 h 58 min
Average train ticket price	$103 (€87)
Direct train	No
Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA cover the 534 miles (861 km) long journey taking on average 18 h 58 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $103 (€87), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $103 (€87).

Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA trains

Travel to San Francisco, CA from Portland, OR on Amtrak trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to San Francisco, CA from Portland, OR.

FAQs: Trains from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $103 (€87) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA is $103 (€87); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA train travel time is 18 h 58 min for the 534 mile (861 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The train from Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA leaves at 9: 22 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

For the best Portland, OR to San Francisco, CA train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Portland, OR and San Francisco, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 22 PM.

You have options as you can travel to San Francisco, CA from Portland, OR 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.