The cheapest and fastest trains from Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 7 trains that leave Tacoma, WA for Portland, OR on Sun, Dec 07, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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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507 Amtrak CascadesTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 119 miles (193 km)
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€49 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €192 Average price |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
503 Amtrak Cascades | 4:00 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h35 | 6:35 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
505 Amtrak Cascades | 5:43 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 8:20 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight | 6:43 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 3h12 | 9:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
517 Amtrak Cascades | 8:58 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 11:35 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 Amtrak Cascades | 11:08 PM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 1:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 Amtrak Cascades | 2:28 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 5:05 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
511 Amtrak Cascades | 4:38 AM Tacoma Station, Tacoma, WA | 2h37 | 7:15 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Tacoma, WA | 2h35 | 5:35 PM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR
Trains from Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (193 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 119 miles (193 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 20:38 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tacoma, WA and Portland, OR from $25 (€20). 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 Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA to Portland, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station with designated spots for Amtrak passengers.
- The Melting Pot
- Pacific Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Murano
- Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Tacoma Link
- 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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