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Trains from Pittsburgh to Portland

🚆 Embark on an exciting train journey from Pittsburgh to Portland spanning over 2 days and 14 hours, covering a total distance of 2,724 miles. The trip involves a transfer along the way, adding to the adventure. 🚆 The first leg of the journey takes you on a train towards Chicago, with a travel time of approximately 9 hours and 46 minutes. You'll board the Capitol Limited at Pittsburgh Union Station and arrive at Chicago Union Station, operated by Amtrak. 🚆 Continuing onwards, the second step involves boarding a train towards Portland, where you'll spend about 1 day and 22 hours on the Empire Builder. Departing from Chicago Union Station, this leg of the trip will ultimately lead you to your final destination at Portland Union Station, both operated by Amtrak.

Where to stay in Portland

There are over 40 hotels to stay in Portland. Prices range from $67 per night.

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  • Amtrak is the main company that provides train routes from Pittsburgh to Portland. The journey consists of two steps with transfers along the way. The first train, Capitol Limited, departs from Pittsburgh Union Station and arrives at Chicago Union Station after about 9 hours and 46 minutes. The second leg of the journey is on the Empire Builder train departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Portland Union Station after approximately 1 day and 22 hours.
  • The fastest train route between Pittsburgh and Portland involves taking the Capitol Limited train from Pittsburgh Union Station to Chicago Union Station, which typically takes about 9 hours and 46 minutes. From Chicago, passengers would then board the Empire Builder train to Portland Union Station, with a travel time of approximately 1 day and 22 hours. While this journey may take 2 days and 14 hours in total, it is the quickest option available via train for traveling between Pittsburgh and Portland.
  • There are two trains involved in the journey from Pittsburgh to Portland. The first train, Capitol Limited, operates from Pittsburgh Union Station to Chicago Union Station with a travel time of approximately 9 hours and 46 minutes. The second train, Empire Builder, runs from Chicago Union Station to Portland Union Station and takes about 1 day and 22 hours to complete the trip. Despite the transfer, these two trains provide a convenient and scenic route for travelers making the trip between Pittsburgh and Portland.
  • The first train of the day from Pittsburgh to Chicago, IL is the Capitol Limited which departs from Pittsburgh Union Station. The last train from Pittsburgh to Chicago is also the Capitol Limited. In Chicago, the first train towards Portland is the Empire Builder, and the last train of the day is once again the Empire Builder. These schedules provide travelers with options to begin their journey from Pittsburgh to Portland at various times throughout the day.
  • There are no direct train trips between Pittsburgh and Portland. The journey involves a transfer in Chicago, IL, where travelers switch from the Capitol Limited to the Empire Builder train. This transfer allows passengers to continue their trip from Chicago to Portland without the need for multiple changes. Amtrak operates these connecting services to ensure a seamless and convenient travel experience for passengers traveling from Pittsburgh to Portland by train.

Will you be returning to Pittsburgh by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Portland to Pittsburgh

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