Busbud recommends taking the bus from Portland to Redding
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Redding. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Based on 2 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Fronteras del Norte ticket prices on this trip start at $162
Based on 5418 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $71
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Portland, OR - Redding
What is the travel distance from Portland to Redding?
The distance separating Portland and Redding is 340 miles (548 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portland to Redding?
The majority of buses traveling from Portland to Redding start their journey at Portland Union Station and wind up at Redding Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/21
$54
08/22
$57
Today
$55
08/24
$57
08/25
$54
08/26
$52
08/27
$52
08/28
$55
The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Redding was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $52
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 Redding, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $160 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Redding based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Fronteras del Norte 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.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Portland to Redding.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Portland to Redding.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Portland to Redding.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Portland to Redding, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Redding?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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