What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to John Day?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to John Day is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to John Day?

The fastest way to get from Portland to John Day is to drive which takes 5h 54m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and John Day?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland station to John Day station. However, there are services departing from Portland Union Station and arriving at People Mover Bus Station via Redmond Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Portland to John Day?

The distance between Portland and John Day is 280 miles. The road distance is 263 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to John Day without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to John Day without a car is to bus via Cleveland Avenue MAX Station, Gresham which takes 9h 14m and costs $70 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Portland to John Day?

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Portland to John Day, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to John Day bus from?

Portland to John Day bus services, operated by Pacific Crest Buslines Bend, depart from Portland Union Station.

Where does the Portland to John Day bus arrive?

Portland to John Day bus services, operated by Pacific Crest Buslines Bend, arrive at Redmond Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Portland to John Day?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to John Day is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Portland to John Day.

Where can I stay near John Day?

There are 12+ hotels available in John Day.

Portland to John Day - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to John Day by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Cleveland Avenue MAX Station, Gresham
best
1. Take the bus from Cleveland Avenue MAX Station, Gresham to Redmond HubCentral Oregon Breeze
2. Take the bus from Redmond Transit Center to People Mover Bus StationPrairie City to Bend
9h 14m
$73–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Union Station to Redmond Transit CenterBend to Portland Express
2. Take the bus from Redmond Transit Center to People Mover Bus StationPrairie City to Bend
9h 22m
$35–86
Drive 261.4 mi
1. Drive from Portland to John Day261.4 mi
5h 54m
$48–69
Fly to Eastern Oregon Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Eastern Oregon Regional Airport (PDT)PDX - PDT
2. Take the bus from Pendleton Airport to People Mover Bus Station
6h 28m
$67–373
Fly to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM)PDX - RDM
2. Take the bus from Redmond Airport to People Mover Bus Station
7h 6m
$72–434

Portland to John Day by tram and bus

3Weekly Services

9h 14mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portland to John Day.

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and John Day, OR, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Old Town/Chinatown station to People Mover Bus Station via Cleveland Ave station, Cleveland Avenue MAX Station, Gresham, and Redmond Transit Center in around 9h 14m.

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