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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 16 atDeparture city: San JoseDeparture location: Diridon StationArrival time: May 17 atDestination city: PortlandDestination location: Union StationOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to PortlandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Jose to Portland: Trip Overview
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Based on 5119 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $110.00
San Jose to Portland Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose to Portland was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of $135To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose to Portland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $135 to $795 for a train ticket from San Jose to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $135 which is on 2025-05-16.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Jose and Portland is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Portland.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Portland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between San Jose and Portland compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
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Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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