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Portland to La Mesa trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Portland and La Mesa takes 39h 9m and the fastest train takes 38h 42m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Portland to La Mesa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

39h 9m
Duration
1,326 mi
Distance
$866
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Portland to La Mesa train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Portland and La Mesa. The service departs Portland at 2:22 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into La Mesa at 05:19:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 39h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit39h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit39h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit38h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit38h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit38h 42m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Portland to La Mesa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Portland to La Mesa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,325.8 mi
  • Duration: 39h 9m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and La Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Portland to 70th Street Station via Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 35h 2m.

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