Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:07 AM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, 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 $88
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.
How much is the train ticket from Portland to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Washington start from $88. The average price for this train route is around $165. 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 Washington?
The average train ride duration from Portland to Washington is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 478 miles (771 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Portland to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Portland to Washington 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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $100To 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 $100 to $874 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 $100 which is on 2026-01-27.
