Portland to Spokane by train
Spokane lies 466 km (289 mi) north-east of Portland, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 18 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 568 km (353 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Portland | Spokane | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 652,503 | 229,447 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 530 m (1,739 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Stations on record | Union Station, North Bank Depot Buildings | Spokane Intermodal Center |
| Postal codes | 97201–97298 | 99201–99260 |
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Common questions
How far is Spokane from Portland?
466 km (289 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Portland; by road roughly 568 km (353 mi).
How long does it take to get from Portland to Spokane by train?
About 6 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Portland and Spokane?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.