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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Union Station | Portland Transportation Center | Cheapest | |||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Union Station | Portland Transportation Center | Fastest | |||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Union Station | Portland Transportation Center | No tags | |||||
| Union Station | Portland Transportation Center | No tags | |||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Union Station | Portland Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Portland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME 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 Washington to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Portland start at $125. The average price for this train route is around $278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Portland?
The average train trip from Washington to Portland takes 11h 35m and covers 771 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Portland route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Portland?
The earliest train from Washington to Portland departs at 6:20am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington to Portland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Portland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $1,112 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2026-02-03.
