The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
19 h 42 m
Average duration
19 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
912 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to Portland, OR will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Portland, OR on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 912 km distance in an average of 19 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 42 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 19 h 42 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 San Jose, CA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $102. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $102, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 566 miles (912 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$217 Average price Cheapest | $342 Average price | $218 Average price |
20h 12m Average total duration 19h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 11m Average total duration 17h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Portland, OR trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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14 Coast Starlight | 2:58 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 19h42 | 10:40 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:58 AM San Jose, CA | 19h42 | 11:40 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Portland, OR
Trains from San Jose, CA to Portland, OR run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 566 miles (912 km) distance in 19h 42m.
Distance 566 miles (912 km) |
Average train duration 19h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 42m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 19:58 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Portland, OR from $102 (€83). 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 San Jose, CA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to Portland, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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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