Ride Oregon Pacific Railroad’s Train Through Portland

Photo courtesy of Oregon Pacific Railroad

Want to see Portland by train? Climb aboard Oregon Pacific Railroad’s train for a special ride around Portland.

The Oregon Pacific Railroad is a family owned and operated freight railroad company. The company operates a special passenger train along the East Portland Division railroad line in Portland. Learn about upcoming train rides. 

Oregon Pacific Railroad Train Rides

Photo courtesy of Oregon Pacific Railroad

Oregon Pacific Railroad train rides take you along the scenic Springwater Corridor on the east side of the Willamette River through Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. Guests will enjoy the comfort of open air cars pulled by a historic diesel locomotive.

Your train ride departs from and returns to the Oregon Rail Heritage Center in Portland. 

Train rides are every Saturday through October 12, 2024. There are four departure times on Saturday: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Each ride lasts about 45 minutes.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3-12. Ages 2 and under ride for free on lap. Also, adult senior and military tickets are $13.50. Online tickets include a small processing fee.

Advanced reservations are encouraged. Ticket holders check in 15 minutes before departure.

Before or after your train ride, explore the Oregon Rail Heritage Center. You’ll see three enormous restored steam locomotives along with rotating exhibits and a souvenir shop. The museum is free to visit. Donations are encouraged.

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is located at 2250 SE Water Ave. in Portland. For more information and to book your tickets, visit the heritage center’s website.

Want more Portland freebies, events and deals? Subscribe to my newsletter (only one email a day), and follow me on Facebook and Instagram!

You may also like: 

Molalla Train Park: Go for a Free Miniature Railway Ride

Free Carousel and Train Rides at Oaks Park

Discount Day at OMSI