The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA 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 SeaTac, WA will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Portland, OR for SeaTac, WA on Thu, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
2:13 AM2h46Portland, OR4:59 AMSeaTac, WA$291One-way0 transfers
3:03 PM2h46Portland, OR5:49 PMSeaTac, WA$291One-way0 transfers
2:43 AM2h46Portland, OR5:29 AMSeaTac, WA$301One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM2h46Portland, OR3:59 AMSeaTac, WA$361One-way0 transfers
2:13 AM2h46Portland, OR4:59 AMSeaTac, WA$291One-way0 transfers
3:03 PM2h46Portland, OR5:49 PMSeaTac, WA$291One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM2h46Portland, OR3:59 AMSeaTac, WA$361One-way0 transfers
2:43 AM2h46Portland, OR5:29 AMSeaTac, WA$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $237 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m 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 SeaTac, WA:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA costing on average $39 (€32).
A train is $201 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA costing on average $237 (€192).
Other travel options to SeaTac, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 3h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $34 (€27) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
506 Amtrak Cascades | 5:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h04 | 8:59 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 6:13 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h46 | 8:59 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 1:13 AM Portland, OR | 2h46 | 3:59 AM SeaTac, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:13 AM Portland, OR | 2h46 | 4:59 AM SeaTac, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:25 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h04 | 10:29 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:43 PM Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA | 2h46 | 10:29 PM Tukwila Amtrak, Tukwila, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 2:43 AM Portland, OR | 2h46 | 5:29 AM SeaTac, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Portland, OR | 2h46 | 5:49 PM SeaTac, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA
Trains from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and SeaTac, WA from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA 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 SeaTac, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to SeaTac, WA
- 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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