How much is the train ticket from Portland to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New York City start at $87. The average price for this train route is around $144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Portland to New York City?

The average train trip from Portland to New York City takes 8h 13m and covers 445 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to New York City?

The earliest train from Portland to New York City departs at 5:18am. The latest train departs at 1:43pm.

Train Portland to New York City from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	10h 6m	11:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 20m	5:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 20m	5:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	11:48am	Portland Transportation Center	7h 37m	7:25pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:30pm	Portland Transportation Center	6h 31m	8:01pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	9h 19m	11:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 18m	4:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	3:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 38m	9:53am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	9h 19m	11:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	3:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 38m	9:53am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:48am	Portland Transportation Center	7h 37m	7:25pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	8:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	2:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	8:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	2:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	8:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	2:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	10h 6m	11:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	8:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	2:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Portland to New York City on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	10h 6m	11:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	8:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	2:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	5:18am	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	1:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:15am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

435 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $197	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $708	Average Duration8h 13m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $87

Amtrak Portland New York City recent customer reviews

I had expected an email attachment with a ticket. I never received one, and I went to NYC a different way.

Rob W.

November 24, 2025

trip was on time and comfortable. was a problem with getting food on cafe car, because attendant was taken ill.

Marc B.

August 12, 2024

Muy bien

Jhon Fredy A.

December 30, 2023

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to New York City by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Portland to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New York City start at $87. The average price for this train route is around $144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Portland to New York City?
The average train trip from Portland to New York City takes 8h 13m and covers 445 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to New York City?
The earliest train from Portland to New York City departs at 5:18am. The latest train departs at 1:43pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$218

12-11

$276

Today

$276

12-13

$221

12-14

$91

12-15

$168

12-16

$168

12-17

$168

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to New York City was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $91

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, ME to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $91 to $558 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-14.