The cheapest and fastest trains from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$219
Average price
$219
Fastest journey
15 h 51 m
Average duration
15 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
778 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $219.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sacramento, CA for Portland, OR on Thu, Nov 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 778 km distance in an average of 15 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 51 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 15 h 51 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a train costs an average of €156.
Distance: 483 miles (778 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€156 Average price | €85 Average price Cheapest |
16h 21m Average total duration 15h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration Fastest 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:49 PM Sacramento, CA | 15h51 | 3:40 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR
Trains from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $192 (€156) but you can travel from only $83 (€67) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 483 miles (778 km) distance in 15h 51m.
Distance 483 miles (778 km) |
Average train duration 15h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $192 (€156) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 15h 51m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Sacramento, CA and Portland, OR from $83 (€67). 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 Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sacramento, CA to Portland, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
- 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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