Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Shelby Station | No tags | ||||
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Get from Portland to Shelby
The journey takes about 23 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 420, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5614 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 420
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Shelby, MT by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portland to Shelby?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Shelby start from R 1 420. The average price for this train route is around R 3 725. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Shelby?
The average train journey time from Portland to Shelby is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 884 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Shelby route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Shelby?
The earliest train from Portland to Shelby departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Shelby, MT was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 351To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, OR to Shelby, MT as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 351 to R 9 086 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Shelby, MT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 351, which is on 2025-12-02.
