Train from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Wilmington to Portland on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
10h 20mAverage Duration
383 milesDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$64 - $206Average Duration23h 25m
15kg CO₂e
Average Price$86 - $602Average Duration10h 20m
56kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME 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 Wilmington to Portland?

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Portland start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $257. 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 Wilmington to Portland?

    The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Portland is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 383 miles (617 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 6m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

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

    The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Portland at 7:55am. And the latest train departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Portland?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/11
$188
01/12
$142
Today
$109
01/14
$109
01/15
$142
01/16
$89
01/17
$109
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $89

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $89 to $790 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-01-16.

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