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

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 2 December
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AmtrakTrain
Portland Transportation Center
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
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Portland Transportation Center
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Portland Transportation Center
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Portland Transportation Center
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Portland Transportation Center
Union StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
15h 35mAverage duration
472 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£48 - £171Average duration15h 35m
19kg CO₂e
Average price£82 - £477Average duration12h 7m
70kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Portland to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Washington start from £82. The average price for this train route is around £193. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Portland to Washington is 12h 7m, covering a distance of 478 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 05:18. And the latest train departs at 13:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/11
£412
01/12
£205
Today
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03/12
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04/12
£80
05/12
£123
06/12
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07/12
£96
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £80

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 £80 to £412 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 £80, which is on 2025-12-04.

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