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

The average train ticket price from Portland to Boston is $677. The best way to find train tickets from Portland to Boston 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 Portland to Boston?

A train trip between Portland and Boston is around 3d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 3d . This is the time it takes to travel the 2530 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Portland and Boston?

The number of trains from Portland to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Portland to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in Boston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Freedom Trail, Boston Public Library, New England Aquarium, Boston Bruins at TD Garden, Duck Tour.

Train Portland (OR) to Boston (MA), US from $410 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures to Boston

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Portland
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 8:32pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: South Station (Train Terminal)
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Portland
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 9:46pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Back Bay Station
Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Portland
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 12:10am
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Back Bay Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 4h
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Portland
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 9:46pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Back Bay Station
Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Portland
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 12:10am
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Back Bay Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 4h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Boston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $1,231	Average Duration4d 3h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$331 - $1,166	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 371kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Portland to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $331, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7.862745098039217train per day

3d 4hAverage Duration

$331Cheapest ticket

371kgCO₂ emissions

Train Portland to Boston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$677

Average train trip duration3d 4h

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure6:45am

Distance2528 miles (4077 km)

Latest train departure4:45pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,209 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5209 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 $331.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Portland to Boston Train

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

Best price found

06/14

$652

06/15

$556

Today

$837

06/17

$556

06/18

$491

06/19

$491

06/20

$589

06/21

$471

The cheapest trip from Portland to Boston was searched and found on Jun 21, 2025 with a price of $471

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

You can expect to pay from $471 to $3,889 for a train ticket from Portland to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $471 which is on 2025-06-21.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Boston 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Portland and Boston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Portland to Boston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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!

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Trains tickets from Portland (OR) to Boston (MA), US