What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Traverse City is to fly which costs $160 - $800 and takes 10h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Traverse City is to fly which takes 10h 5m and costs $160 - $800.

How far is it from Portland to Traverse City?

The distance between Portland and Traverse City is 1819 miles. The road distance is 2205.9 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Traverse City without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $260 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 10h 5m to get from Portland to Traverse City, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Portland and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 3h ahead of Portland. It is currently 6:31 PM in Portland and 9:31 PM in Traverse City.

Can I drive from Portland to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Traverse City is 2206 miles. It takes approximately 38h 56m to drive from Portland to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 468+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Portland to Traverse City - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portland to Traverse City by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Traverse City (TVC)plane PDX - TVC
10h 5m
$166–756
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portland to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
2d 8h
$264–1,160
Drive 2,193.1 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Traverse Citycar 2,193.1 mi
38h 56m
$401–579

Portland to Traverse City by train and bus

7Weekly Services

2d 8hAverage Duration

$264Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,808 mi
Duration: 10h 5m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Traverse City (TVC) every 4 hours.

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