What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to The Dalles?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to The Dalles is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to The Dalles?

The fastest way to get from Portland to The Dalles is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and The Dalles?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to The Dalles. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at 3rd Street and Federal via LINK Transit Center - The Dalles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Portland to The Dalles?

The distance between Portland and The Dalles is 121 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to The Dalles without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to The Dalles without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Portland to The Dalles?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Portland to The Dalles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to The Dalles bus from?

Portland to The Dalles bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Portland to The Dalles?

The best way to get from Portland to The Dalles is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Portland to The Dalles bus arrive?

Portland to The Dalles bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at The Dalles station.

Can I drive from Portland to The Dalles?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to The Dalles is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Portland to The Dalles.

Where can I stay near The Dalles?

There are 51+ hotels available in The Dalles.

Portland to The Dalles - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portland to The Dalles by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Wishram StationEmpire Builder
2h 36m
$71–105
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to The Dalles83.6 mi
1h 30m
$16–22
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to The DallesFlixBus 2184
2h 37m
$25–35

Portland to The Dalles by bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Buses

2h 37mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portland to The Dalles.

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and The Dalles, OR, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Wishram Station twice daily. Tickets cost $11–35 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to The Dalles once daily. Tickets cost $25–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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