What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Willamette University?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Willamette University is to bus via Salem which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Willamette University?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Willamette University is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Willamette University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portland Amtrak Station station and arriving at Salem Amtrak Station Bus Platform station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Willamette University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portland and arriving at Salem. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Portland to Willamette University?

The distance between Portland and Willamette University is 53 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to Willamette University without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Willamette University without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $14 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Willamette University?

The train from Portland to Salem takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portland to Willamette University bus from?

Portland to Willamette University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Willamette University train from?

Portland to Willamette University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train or bus from Portland to Willamette University?

The best way to get from Portland to Willamette University is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $14 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $25 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Portland to Willamette University bus arrive?

Portland to Willamette University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Portland to Willamette University train arrive?

Portland to Willamette University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salem station.

Can I drive from Portland to Willamette University?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Willamette University is 47 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Portland to Willamette University.

How do I get a train ticket from Portland to Willamette University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portland to Willamette University?

Book your Portland to Willamette University bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Willamette University?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Willamette University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
1h 17m
$14–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Amtrak Station to Salem Amtrak Station Bus Platformbus Cascades
1h 26m
$5–25
Drive 47.2 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Willamette Universitycar 47.2 mi
58 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Willamette Universitytaxi 47.2 mi
58 min
$170–210
Bus via Salem (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Salembus FlixBus 2110
1h 28m
$6–11

Portland to Willamette University by train and foot (Amtrak)

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.8 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Willamette University, OR, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Salem 3 times a day. Tickets cost $14–35 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, Point operates a bus from Portland Amtrak Station to Salem Amtrak Station Bus Platform 5 times a day. Tickets cost $7–25 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Pacific Crest Buslines Bend also services this route once daily.

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