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Compare train and flight for Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight 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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| Train | Most popular 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* |
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Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 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
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA start from as low as $117 (€95) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $246 (€199) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 21h 11m but the average duration is 21h 20m
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 02:22 PM and the last at 05:50 PM
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
- 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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