How to get from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University by light rail and train?

From Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University by light rail and train

To get from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University in Portland, take the AMTRAK CASCADES train from Salem station to Portland Union Station station. Next, take the ORANGE light rail from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station to PSU South/SW 5th & Jackson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The light rail and train schedule from Salem Amtrak Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Portland State University on the Moovit app.

107min
Train - AMTRAK CASCADESAMTRAK CASCADES
Light Rail - ORANGE
Walk to Portland State University
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Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Salem Amtrak Station
  • 2
    Train - AMTRAK CASCADESAMTRAK CASCADES
    Wait for train
    AMTRAK CASCADES
    Seattle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portland Union Station
    84 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - ORANGE
    Wait for light rail
    ORANGE
    SE Park Ave Max Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    PSU South/SW 5th & Jackson
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Portland State University
    Walk to
    Portland State University
    Southwest Lincoln Street
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University

The distance between Salem Amtrak Station and Portland State University is approximately 54.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 107 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Portland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University

To check the light rail and train schedule from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Salem Amtrak Station) and destination (Portland State University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University?

    The fastest way takes 107 minutes, using Train line AMTRAK CASCADES, Light Rail line ORANGE.

  • Is there a direct train between Salem Amtrak Station and Portland State University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University?

    The AMTRAK CASCADES train line goes from Portland Union Station near Salem Amtrak Station in Portland, OR to Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station near Portland State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Salem Amtrak Station and Portland State University by train and light rail is about 1 hr 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Salem Amtrak Station to get to Portland State University?

    Get on the AMTRAK CASCADES train from the Portland Union Station near Salem Amtrak Station in Portland, OR.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Salem Amtrak Station and Portland State University?

    Get off the train at the Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station, which is closest to Portland State University.

  • When is the first train from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland State University?

    The first train from Salem Amtrak Station in Portland, OR to Portland State University in Portland is Amtrak Cascades. It leaves the Salem station at 1:56 AM.

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