Train from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 12
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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
99 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$17 - $54Average Duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$29 - $39Average Duration2h 32m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, 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 Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Boston start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Portland to Boston is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Portland to Boston route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Boston?

    The earliest train departs from Portland to Boston at 5:18am. And the latest train departs at 6:33pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/09
$34
12/10
$34
Today
$34
12/12
$34
12/13
$26
12/14
$26
12/15
$34
12/16
$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $26

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 Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $46 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-13.

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