Train Seattle, WA - Portland, OR prices from $26.79

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

The train from Seattle, WA, to Portland, OR, lasts on average 3 hr 33 min. Around 2 trains depart a day from Seattle to Portland. The average price is $62.38, and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $26.79.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the U.S., operates the train from Seattle to Portland. 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.

In Seattle, you will board at King St Station - 303 S Jackson St. It was opened at the beginning of the 20th Century as a Union Station for the Great Northern Railway and the Pacific Northwest Railway. It is still, to this day, an important hub. Amtrak trains, Greyhound buses, local commuter trains, and the Metro use it as a stop. Like many other train terminals in the United States, Seattle's station is a historical landmark. Still, unlike other stations, the clock tower on King Street Station is inspired by the clock tower on Piazza San Marco in Venice. How fancy is that?

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.

Portland, Oregon's largest city, is located at the convergence of the Columbia and Willamette rivers. The city has a vibrant art, theatre, and music scene and is famous for its many breweries and coffee shops - in other words, Portland is a hipster's paradise. In the heart of Old Town Chinatown, visitors will find many historic buildings and nightlife spots. Take advantage of the impressive views from Steel Bridge over the Willamette River - a must-visit! Capture photos with the iconic Train Clock Tower at Union Station to stroll across one of its famous bridges on the Willamette River or discover why Portland is renowned for its commitment to sustainability.

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