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Getting to Willamette Valley

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Portland International (PDX)

50 minutes drive to Willamette Valley

Airlines serving this airport:

Alaska AirlinesDeltaUnitedSouthwest

By Train

Limited

Station

Salem (Amtrak)

From the Capital

Amtrak Cascades stops in Salem; limited usefulness for wineries

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:right

Essential for exploring the different sub-AVAs; McMinnville and Dundee are great bases

Local Transport

Rideshare

Uber available in Portland; limited in wine country

Public Transit

Very limited in wine country

Bike Rental

Available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    Rain is common — drive carefully on wet roads

  • 2

    Rural roads can be narrow and winding in the hills

  • 3

    Many wineries are open without appointments — more relaxed than Napa

Region Location

Willamette Valley, United States

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