The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$618
Average price
$1710
Fastest journey
2 d 17 h 25 m
Average duration
3 d 9 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
3778 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $1710 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $618.
It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 50 CardinalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €101, and a train costs an average of €303.
Distance: 2347 miles (3778 km)
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€930 Average price | €250 Average price | €208 Average price Cheapest |
65h 44m Average total duration 65h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 85h 45m Average total duration 85h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portland, OR to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:45 PM Portland, OR | 65h20 | 5:05 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Washington, DC
Trains from Portland, OR to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 65h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $372 (€303) but you can travel from only $124 (€101) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 2347 miles (3778 km) distance in 65h 20m.
Distance 2347 miles (3778 km) |
Average train duration 65h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $372 (€303) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 65h 20m |
First train 07:50 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Washington, DC from $124 (€101). 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 Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Washington, DC
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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