How much is the bus ticket from Bellingham to Portland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bellingham to Portland start from $42. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bellingham to Portland?

The average bus travel time from Bellingham to Portland is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 357 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bellingham to Portland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bellingham to Portland?

The earliest bus departs from Bellingham to Portland at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bellingham to Portland?

A bus trip from Bellingham to Portland generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bellingham to Portland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bellingham to Portland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bellingham to Portland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bellingham to Portland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bellingham to Portland from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	7h 35m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Bellingham (WWU)	5h 30m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Fastest
	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	5h 35m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	7h 5m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	5h 35m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Bellingham (WWU)	5h 30m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Fastest
	2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	7h 35m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	7h 5m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:50pm	Bellingham (WWU)	5h 30m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	7h 35m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	5h 35m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	7h 5m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
	2:15pm	Fairhaven Station	6h 50m	9:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:50pm	Bellingham (WWU)	5h 30m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	7h 35m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	No tags
11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	No tags
2:15pm	Fairhaven Station	6h 50m	9:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	11h	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Cheapest
	11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	2:15pm	Fairhaven Station	6h 50m	9:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	2:15pm	Fairhaven Station	6h 50m	9:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	5h 35m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	7h 5m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
	11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	2:15pm	Fairhaven Station	6h 50m	9:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bellingham to Portland on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:45pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	7h 35m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Bellingham (WWU)	5h 30m	10:20pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Fastest
	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	5h 35m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	7h 5m	1:45am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
	11:15am	Fairhaven Station	6h 30m	5:45pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bellingham to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 6 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 21mAverage Duration

356 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $188	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $139	Average Duration6h 21m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bellingham and Portland?

Stops in Bellingham

A
Bellingham Airport
Visit page
B
Cordata Station
4194 Cordata Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
C
Western Washington University
High St, in front of the Performing Arts Center, WA 98225, USA

Stops in Portland

A
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
Visit page
B
Portland Airport
Visit page
C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $47

Greyhound Bellingham Portland recent customer reviews

Easy booking procedure; great information by drivers about the traffic situation and where to change buses for different destinations. Inexpensive. Highly recommended!

Alain R.

October 13, 2017

Never again

Joy J.

September 1, 2019

This was one of the worst experiences I've had with a bus system ever

Natalie C.

April 1, 2018

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bellingham to Portland, OR by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bellingham to Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bellingham to Portland start from $42. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bellingham to Portland?
The average bus travel time from Bellingham to Portland is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 357 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bellingham to Portland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bellingham to Portland?
The earliest bus departs from Bellingham to Portland at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bellingham to Portland?
A bus trip from Bellingham to Portland generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bellingham to Portland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bellingham to Portland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bellingham to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bellingham to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$208

11-27

$72

Today

$74

11-29

$83

11-30

$119

12-01

$66

12-02

$56

12-03

$85

The cheapest trip from Bellingham to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bellingham to Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $56 to $294 for a bus ticket from Bellingham to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.