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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$179
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 $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $179.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Santa Cruz, CA on Mon, Jun 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 08 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, Jun 08 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.
10:22 PM21h25Portland, OR7:47 PMSanta Cruz, CA$1791One-way0 transfers
- 10:22 PM21h25Portland, OR7:47 PMSanta Cruz, CA$1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 $113. 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 $113, and a flight costs an average of $3891.
Distance: 591 miles (952 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price Cheapest | $203 Average price | $3891 Average price | $141 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 $56 (€46) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA costing on average $203 (€165).
A train is $3745 (€3051) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA costing on average $3891 (€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 $146 (€119) compared to roughly $141 (€115) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.02 (€-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.
Compare prices and tickets Portland, OR to Santa Cruz, CA by bus, train, or flight
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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 $113 (€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 $113 (€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
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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