Train Portland, OR - Vancouver, WA prices from $12.32

Travel by train from Portland, OR, to Vancouver, WA

The train from Portland, OR, to Vancouver, WA, lasts on average 0 hr 16 min. Around 1 trains depart a day from Portland to Vancouver. The average price is $13.34, and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $12.32.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the U.S., operates the train from Portland to Vancouver. There are two long-distance train services connecting the two cities: 

1. The Cascades is the train service named after the Cascades, a mountain range stretching from Northern California to British Columbia. The service stops in most cities from Canada to Oregon, giving you some of the most stunning views of the Pacific Northwest: Columbia River, Cascade mountains, fishing towns, lush forests, and the Pacific Ocean.
2. The Coast Starlight is even more stunning; it connects all the major cities, from Seattle to Los Angeles. Rainy Washington forests, Cascades, Rocky Mountains, and Pacific beaches, you can experience it all in the unique sightseeing cars. The Coast Starlight is one of the long-distance trains using the double-decker Superliner cars: dining cars, sleeping cars, and the special observation lounge car. You can observe the dramatic scenery unfold while having a snack from the café on the lower deck. 

The journey time and the price are similar for both services. However, the Cascades operate more often, while the Coast Starlight usually goes once daily but is more comfortable. Vancouver and Portland are neigbourhing cities on the two sides of Columbia river, so the journey is only 7 minutes long.

Union Station in Portland is located at 800 NW Sixth Avenue and is widely recognizable thanks to its glowing neon sign encouraging travelers to "Go By Train." The station is located at. The station features vending machines, ATMs, vending machines ticketing kiosks, and a ticket office. Business-class passengers can take some time to relax in the Metropolitan Lounge, which has comfortable seating and complimentary snacks and beverages. The station is fully accessible, with an elevator, accessible toilets, and accessible parking. Overnight and same-day parking is available for a fee if you want to leave your car.

Vancouver Intercity railway station (1301 W 11th St) is Vancouver's only station. It is located next to Burlington Bridge, which connects Vancouver with Portland over the Columbia River. The station is small, but the waiting room has vending machines, a toilet, and parking.

Vancouver, Washington, is an excellent destination for outdoor activities. Visitors can hike the trails at Mount St. Helens and explore the scenic Columbia River Gorge. Many parks and recreational areas, including Esther Short Park and Vancouver Lake Regional Park, are also perfect for biking, fishing, or bird watching. Visit the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site or stroll along the Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance Trail. An outdoor farmers market is held every Saturday during summer, where visitors can buy locally grown produce and other handmade goods. 

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