What is the travel distance from Portland to Bellingham?

The distance between the two cities is 223 miles (360 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portland to Bellingham?

The majority of buses traveling from Portland to Bellingham start their journey at Portland Union Station and wind up at Bellingham Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Portland to Bellingham from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 20m	1:20pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 5m	9:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	Fastest

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 5m	9:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 20m	1:20pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 5m	9:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 20m	1:20pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 20m	1:20pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 5m	9:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	Fastest

Next departures for Portland to Bellingham on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 5m	9:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	6h 20m	1:20pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Bellingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bellingham. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $125	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $160	Average Duration5h 54m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,346 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Portland Bellingham recent customer reviews

Ended up on the wrong bus headed in the opposite direction from my destination. No announcements from the drivers or labeling of the buses. Arrived 6 hours late. Terrible customer service, implied that it was my fault.

Chris D.

February 28, 2024

Amtrak

4/55,590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Bellingham?

Stops in Portland

A - Portland Union Station

B - Portland Airport

C - NW Everett & NW 8th Ave

D - Lloyd Center

E - Pearl District

Stops in Bellingham

A - Bellingham Airport

B - Cordata Station

C - Western Washington University

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

What is the travel distance from Portland to Bellingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portland to Bellingham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$42

11/15

$46

Today

$51

11/17

$47

11/18

No data

11/19

No data

11/20

$43

11/21

$51

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Bellingham was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $51 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Bellingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-11-20.