How much does a train ticket from Newark to Portland cost?

The average train ticket price from Newark to Portland is $131. The best way to find train tickets from Newark 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!

How long is the train trip from Newark to Portland?

A train trip between Newark and Portland is around 9h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Newark and Portland?

The number of trains from Newark to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Newark to Portland?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Portland?

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.

Train Newark to Portland from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Newark to Portland on November 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:18am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	9h 32m	7:50pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
2:24pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	10h 36m	1:00am	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
2:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	10h 37m	1:00am	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
2:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	10h 37m	1:00am	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
2:24pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	10h 36m	1:00am	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 20mAverage Duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $117	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $311	Average Duration9h 32m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Train Newark, NJ to Portland, ME: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$131

Average train trip duration9h 32m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure10:18am

Distance285 miles (459 km)

Latest train departure2:24pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,564 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5564 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 $69

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Best price found

11/02

$200

11/03

No data

Today

$94

11/05

$65

11/06

$75

11/07

$75

11/08

$94

11/09

$94

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME was searched and found on Nov 5, 2025 with a price of $65

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

You can expect to pay from $65 to $417 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-11-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Newark and Portland is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Portland.

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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Newark and Portland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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