What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to South Lake Union?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to South Lake Union is to bus which costs $27 - $50 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to South Lake Union?

The fastest way to get from Portland to South Lake Union is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $280 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and South Lake Union?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to South Lake Union. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at 7th Ave N & Harrison St via 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and South Lake Union?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to South Lake Union. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Westlake via Int'l Dist/Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Portland to South Lake Union?

The distance between Portland and South Lake Union is 179 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to South Lake Union without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to South Lake Union without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Portland to South Lake Union?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Portland to South Lake Union, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to South Lake Union bus from?

Portland to South Lake Union bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Portland to South Lake Union train from?

Portland to South Lake Union train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train, bus or fly from Portland to South Lake Union?

The best way to get from Portland to South Lake Union is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $50 and takes 3h 59m, you could also fly, which costs $280 - $400 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Portland to South Lake Union bus arrive?

Portland to South Lake Union bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Where does the Portland to South Lake Union train arrive?

Portland to South Lake Union train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Seattle station.

Can I drive from Portland to South Lake Union?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to South Lake Union is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Portland to South Lake Union.

Where can I stay near South Lake Union?

There are 1484+ hotels available in South Lake Union.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to South Lake Union by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Seattletrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 32m
$50–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Seattle Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2110 / ...
3h 59m
$27–49
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Portland to South Lake Unioncar 174.5 mi
3h 4m
$32–46
Fly to King County International Airport
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to King County International Airport (BFI)plane PDX - BFI
3h 2m
$286–396
Fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, tram
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane PDX - SEA
2. Take the tram from SeaTac/Airport to Westlaketram
3h 27m
$139–329

Portland to South Lake Union by train and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and South Lake Union, WA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Seattle every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Seattle Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–40 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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