The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 7 trains that leave Portland Union Station, Portland, OR for King Street Station, Seattle, WA on Thu, May 07, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
506 Amtrak Cascades5:55 PM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR9:20 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$331One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:25 PM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$431One-way0 transfers
500 Amtrak Cascades6:45 AM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:10 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$471One-way0 transfers
518 Amtrak Cascades2:10 PM3h27Portland Union Station, Portland, OR5:37 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$661One-way0 transfers
502 Amtrak Cascades8:30 AM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR11:55 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$731One-way0 transfers
506 Amtrak Cascades5:55 PM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR9:20 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$331One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades7:25 PM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$431One-way0 transfers
500 Amtrak Cascades6:45 AM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR10:10 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$471One-way0 transfers
502 Amtrak Cascades8:30 AM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR11:55 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$731One-way0 transfers
504 Amtrak Cascades10:40 AM3h25Portland Union Station, Portland, OR2:05 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA costing on average $51 (€41).
A bus is $194 (€155) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA costing on average $242 (€193).
Other travel options to King Street Station, Seattle, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
Train takes on average 3h 37m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€41) compared to roughly $36 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.84 (€-11.82). The journey takes 3h 37m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
504 Amtrak Cascades | 10:40 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 2:05 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
518 Amtrak Cascades | 2:10 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h27 | 5:37 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 3:56 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h55 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
506 Amtrak Cascades | 5:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 9:20 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 7:25 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
500 Amtrak Cascades | 6:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 10:10 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
502 Amtrak Cascades | 8:30 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 3h25 | 11:55 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA
Trains from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland Union Station, Portland, OR and King Street Station, Seattle, WA from $29 (€23). 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 Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, 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 King Street Station, Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland Union Station, Portland, OR to King Street Station, Seattle, 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- 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: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
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