Open-house events for new Amtrak Cascades train scheduled in Portland & Seattle
First published September 28, 2026
Amtrak and the rail divisions of the Oregon and Washington transportation departments have scheduled public walk-throughs of the new Amtrak Cascades trainsets in Portland, OR, and Seattle, WA on Sunday, Sept. 27.
The trains will debut in revenue service the following Wednesday, Sept. 30.
As of 9/22, all spots have now been reserved for the Tours of the new Airo Amtrak Cascades train this Sunday, Sept. 27. We appreciate the overwhelming response and look forward to welcoming everyone to the events on Sunday.
Be Among the First to Ride
The first day of passenger service is on Wednesday, Sept. 30 and will feature two trains operating four daily trips, connecting communities across the Pacific Northwest.
Northbound*
- Train 516: Seattle → Vancouver, B.C. | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Train 508: Eugene → Seattle | 4:30 p.m. – 10:50 p.m.
Southbound*
- Train 503: Seattle → Eugene | 7:10 a.m. – 1:48 p.m.
- Train 519: Vancouver, B.C. → Seattle | 4:45 p.m. – 9:10 p.m.
* While these departures are scheduled to operate with Airo equipment, train assignments are subject to change based on operational needs.