OR → CA · about 614 miles
Portland to Salinas train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Portland to Salinas. The fastest takes 21 hours 44 minutes; every train leaves at 2:22 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 21h 44m
- Leaves at
- 2:22 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Portland and arrives at Salinas. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:22 PM | 12:06 PM +1 day | 21h 44m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Portland Where you get off in Salinas The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Portland
Where the train stops in Salinas
- Salinas bus stop Map of Salinas bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Salinas to Portland
Questions
How long is the train from Portland to Salinas?
The fastest direct train takes 21 hours 44 minutes.
What time is the first train from Portland to Salinas?
Every departure is at 2:22 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Portland to Salinas?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Portland?
Trains to Salinas leave from Portland (Union Station).