The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$310
Average price
$310
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 14 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA will cost around $310 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $310.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Riverside, CA on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 1363 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 14 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 4 h 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €107, and a train costs an average of €225.
Distance: 846 miles (1363 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€241 Average price | €195 Average price | €123 Average price Cheapest |
25h 56m Average total duration 25h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 35m Average total duration 23h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portland, OR to Riverside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Riverside, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:22 PM Portland, OR | 42h41 | 9:03 AM Riverside, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:22 PM Portland, OR | 52h14 | 6:36 PM Riverside, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Portland to Riverside trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Portland to Riverside. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Riverside, CA
Trains from Portland, OR to Riverside, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $280 (€225) but you can travel from only $134 (€107) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 846 miles (1363 km) distance in 28h 14m.
Distance 846 miles (1363 km) |
Average train duration 25h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $280 (€225) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 28h 14m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 14:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Riverside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Riverside, CA from $134 (€107). 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 Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Riverside, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple entry and exit points.
- Mission Inn Restaurant
- The Salted Pig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown
- The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
- Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: Metrolink services
- Platform 2: Amtrak services
- Bus: Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) routes available
- Metrolink: 91/Perris Valley Line, Inland Empire-Orange County Line, Riverside Line
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