The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Spokane, WA
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
7 h 32 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, OR for Spokane, WA on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 32 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 7 h 32 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 Spokane, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Spokane, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€75 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €256 Average price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portland, OR to Spokane, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Spokane, WA trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
500 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder | 2:45 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 17h52 | 8:37 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | |
504 Amtrak Cascades · 8 Empire Builder | 6:40 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 13h57 | 8:37 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
28 Empire Builder | 12:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 7h32 | 8:17 AM Spokane Station, Spokane, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Spokane, WA
Trains from Portland, OR to Spokane, WA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 17:09. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 7h 32m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 32m |
First train 03:19 |
Last train 17:09 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Spokane, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Spokane, WA from $41 (€33). 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 Spokane, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Spokane, 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Steam Plant Kitchen + Brewery
- Wild Sage American Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- The Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection
- The Historic Davenport, Autograph Collection
- Hotel Ruby
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Spokane Transit Authority services available
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