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Compare bus, 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 €92. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 18h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €92, and a flight costs an average of €3170.
Distance: 591 miles (952 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€119 Average price Cheapest | €165 Average price | €3170 Average price | €115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 56m Average total duration 21h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 42m Average total duration Fastest 18h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 50m Average total duration 26h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 26m 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 Santa Cruz, CA:
A train is €46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA costing on average €165.
A train is €3051 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA costing on average €3170.
Other travel options to Santa Cruz, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 21h 26m.
Flight takes on average 26h 50m.
Tickets start at around €119 compared to roughly €115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-4.09. The journey takes 21h 26m versus 10h 26m 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.
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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 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €92 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 25m.
Distance 591 miles (952 km) |
Average train duration 21h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €92 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 25m |
First train 2:22 PM |
Last train 5:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Most Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA trains use the Portland Union Station to Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Portland, OR and Santa Cruz, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portland, OR station do trains to Santa Cruz, CA leave from?
Getting to Portland Union Station from Portland city centre
Portland Union Station train station facilities and services
Portland Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wilf's Restaurant & Bar, Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portland Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Portland Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portland Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portland Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown, The Benson, a Coast Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center.
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