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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Cheapest price
$260
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
21 h 25 m
Average duration
21 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
952 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $260.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Santa Cruz, CA on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 952 km distance in an average of 21 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 21 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 18h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €95, and a flight costs an average of €3113.
Distance: 591 miles (952 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€199 Average price Cheapest | €3142 Average price |
21h 50m Average total duration 21h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 35m Average total duration Fastest 18h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:22 PM Portland, OR | 21h11 | 6:33 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
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Trains from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€95) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 14:22, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 591 miles (952 km) distance in 21h 11m.
Distance 591 miles (952 km) |
Average train duration 21h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 11m |
First train 14:22 |
Last train 17:50 |
FAQs: Trains from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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