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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Portland Transportation Center | Penn Station | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Penn Station | Fastest | |||||
| Portland Transportation Center | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Penn Station | No tags | |||||
| Portland Transportation Center | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Newark
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Newark start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Portland to Newark is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 283 miles (456 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Portland to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Portland to Newark at 5:18am. And 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.
The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $729 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2026-01-27.
