Trains from Boston, MA to Portland, ME

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Trains leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

8:50AM
2h30m
11:20AM
Boston - North Station
CheapestFastest
Portland - Portland Transportation Center
Cheapest
Fastest
3:45PM
2h30m
6:15PM
Boston - North Station
2nd Cheapest
Portland - Portland Transportation Center
2nd Cheapest
8:50AM
2h30m
11:20AM
Boston - North Station
Portland - Portland Transportation Center
11:50AM
2h30m
2:20PM
Boston - North Station
Portland - Portland Transportation Center
11:50AM
2h30m
2:20PM
Boston - North Station
Portland - Portland Transportation Center
Train Boston to Portland: Trip Overview

Train Boston to Portland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$37
Average train trip duration2h 30m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure8:50 AM
Distance97 miles (156 km)
Latest train departure11:25 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Boston Portland recent customer reviews

The ride was smooth and the conductor was respectful

Richard S.March 6, 2024
US train company: Brightline

Boston to Portland Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains5
Earliest and Latest Train Departures8:50AM - 11:25PM
Minimum Price$34
Average Ticket Price$37
Minimum Trip Duration2h30m
Average Train Trip Duration2h30m
Distance97 miles (156 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston - Portland

The average train ticket price from Boston to Portland is $37. The best way to find train tickets from Boston to Portland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Boston and Portland is around 2h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 99 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Boston to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Boston to Portland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Once in Portland, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Breweries, Japanese Garden, Forest Park, Portland Art Museum, The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/27
$26
Today
$34
03/29
$34
03/30
$34
03/31
$34
04/01
$34
04/02
$34
04/03
$34
The cheapest trip from Boston to Portland was searched and found on Mar 27, 2024 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 Boston to Portland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $36 for a train ticket from Boston to Portland based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2024-03-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Portland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Boston and Portland, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Boston to Portland.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from Portland to Boston

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