What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Portland is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Portland is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Tacoma and Portland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tacoma and arriving at Portland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Portland?

The distance between Tacoma and Portland is 140 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Portland without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Portland?

The train from Tacoma to Portland takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Portland train from?

Tacoma to Portland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tacoma station.

Train or fly from Tacoma to Portland?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Portland is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $330 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Tacoma to Portland train arrive?

Tacoma to Portland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Portland station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Portland is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Tacoma to Portland.

How do I get a train ticket from Tacoma to Portland?

Book your Tacoma to Portland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1541+ hotels available in Portland.

Tacoma to Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 574 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Tacoma to Portland by train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or tram

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 Tacoma to Portlandtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2h 37m
$40–90
Drive 142.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tacoma to Portlandcar 142.2 mi
2h 30m
$26–38
Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane SEA - PDX
3h 31m
$46–326
Line 574 bus, tram to King County International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tacoma Dome Station - Zone A to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 4bus
2. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Othellotram
3. Fly from King County International Airport (BFI) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane BFI - PDX
3h 43m
$1,112–1,812

Tacoma to Portland by train (Amtrak)

49Weekly Trains

2h 37mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Portland, OR, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Tacoma to Portland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Delta fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Portland International Airport (PDX) hourly.

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