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

The cheapest way to get from Helena to Portland is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helena to Portland is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $250 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Helena and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Helena to Portland. However, there are services departing from Helena, MT and arriving at Portland Curbside Bus Stop via Butte, MT, Spokane Station and Pasco Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 30m.

How far is it from Helena to Portland?

The distance between Helena and Portland is 530 miles. The road distance is 653.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helena to Portland without a car is to bus which takes 16h 30m and costs $140 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Helena to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helena to Portland bus from?

Helena to Portland bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, depart from Helena, MT station.

Bus or fly from Helena to Portland?

The best way to get from Helena to Portland is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $250 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $270 and takes 16h 30m.

Where does the Helena to Portland bus arrive?

Helena to Portland bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, arrive at Butte, MT station.

What is the time difference between Helena and Portland?

Portland is 1h behind Helena. It is currently 3:11 PM in Helena and 2:11 PM in Portland.

Can I drive from Helena to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Helena to Portland is 654 miles. It takes approximately 10h 46m to drive from Helena to Portland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helena to Portland?

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Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 828+ hotels available in Portland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Helena to Portland by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Helena Regional Airport (HLN) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane HLN - PDX
4h 31m
$254–566
Drive 649.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helena to Portlandcar 649.7 mi
10h 46m
$119–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Helena, MT to Butte, MTbus
2. Take the bus from Butte, MT to Spokane Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Pasco Bus Stopbus
4. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus
16h 30m
$146–261
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Helena, MT to Butte, MTbus
2. Take the bus from Butte, MT to Spokane Stationbus
3. Take the train from Spokane to Portlandtrain
16h 53m
$214–411

Helena to Portland by bus

14Weekly Buses

16h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 527.3 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Helena, MT, USA and Portland, OR, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Delta, and United Airlines fly from Helena Regional Airport (HLN) to Portland International Airport (PDX) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helena, MT to Portland Curbside Bus Stop via Butte, MT, Spokane Station, and Pasco Bus Stop in around 16h 30m.

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