What is the cheapest way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland is to bus which costs $22 - $40 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Central Waterfront and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Waterfront to Portland. However, there are services departing from 2nd Ave & Marion St and arriving at Portland Curbside Bus Stop via Tacoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Central Waterfront and Portland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seattle and arriving at Portland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Central Waterfront to Portland?

The distance between Central Waterfront and Portland is 178 miles. The road distance is 174.2 miles.

How do I travel from Central Waterfront to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Central Waterfront to Portland?

The train from Seattle to Portland takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Central Waterfront to Portland bus from?

Central Waterfront to Portland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Marion St station.

Where do I catch the Central Waterfront to Portland train from?

Central Waterfront to Portland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

Train, bus or fly from Central Waterfront to Portland?

The best way to get from Central Waterfront to Portland is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $40 and takes 4h 17m, you could also fly, which costs $440 - $650 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Central Waterfront to Portland bus arrive?

Central Waterfront to Portland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tacoma Dome Station - Zone E.

Where does the Central Waterfront to Portland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central Waterfront to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Waterfront to Portland is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Central Waterfront to Portland.

How do I get a train ticket from Central Waterfront to Portland?

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Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 885+ hotels available in Portland.

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There are 6 ways to get from Central Waterfront to Portland by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Seattle to Portlandtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 25m
$45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Tacoma Dome Station - Zone Ebus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tacoma to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2110 / ...
4h 17m
$22–38
Drive 173.2 mi
1. Drive from Central Waterfront to Portlandcar 173.2 mi
3h 4m
$32–46
Fly from King County International Airport
1. Fly from King County International Airport (BFI) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane BFI - PDX
3h 4m
$446–606
Bus to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Columbia St & Alaskan Way to SW Barton St & 25th Ave SW - Bay 3bus
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane SEA - PDX
3h 58m
$139–329
Fly from Paine Field County Airport
1. Fly from Paine Field County Airport (PAE) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane PAE - PDX
3h 27m
$301–521

Central Waterfront to Portland by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Portland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Portland Curbside Bus Stop via Tacoma Dome Station - Zone E and Tacoma in around 4h 17m.

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