Train from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Portland to Washington on December 3
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Portland Transportation Center
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
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Portland Transportation Center
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Portland Transportation Center
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Portland Transportation Center
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Portland Transportation Center
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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
15h 35mAverage Duration
761 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$88 - $315Average Duration15h 35m
19kg CO₂e
Average Price$150 - $880Average Duration12h 7m
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Portland to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Washington start at $150. The average price for this train route is around $356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Portland to Washington?

    The average train trip from Portland to Washington takes 12h 7m and covers 771 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Portland to Washington route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Washington?

    The earliest train from Portland to Washington 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
11-30
$760
12-01
$379
Today
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12-03
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12-04
$147
12-05
$227
12-06
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12-07
$177
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $147

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $147 to $760 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2025-12-04.

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