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How to get fromResearch Triangle to Portlandby plane, train (Amtrak) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Research Triangle to Portland by plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portland International Airport (PDX)planeRDU - PDX
    8h 23m
    $253–1,003

  2. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Cary to Chicago Union Stationtrain
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Portlandtrain
    3d
    $415–1,146

  3. Drive 2,792.4 mi

    1. Drive from Research Triangle to Portlandcar2,792.4 mi
    46h 2m
    $510–737

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portland International Airport (PDX) flights

Calendar61Weekly Planes
Duration8h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket$249Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Research Triangle, NC, USA and Portland, OR, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portland International Airport (PDX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Research Triangle to Portland via Cary and Chicago Union Station in around 3d.

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