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

The average train ticket price from Boston to Portland is $286. 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!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Portland?

A train trip between Boston and Portland is around 3d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2530 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Boston and Portland?

The number of trains from Boston to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. 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.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Portland?

When taking the train from Boston 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 Food Cart Pods, Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Coffee Culture, Lan Su Chinese Garden, Breweries.

Train Boston to Portland from $312 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Boston to Portland on October 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	11:17am	Union Station	No tags
12:50pm	South Station	3d 1h	11:17am	Union Station	No tags
12:50pm	South Station	4d 5h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
12:57pm	Back Bay Station	4d 5h	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
12:57pm	Back Bay Station	3d 1h	11:17am	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Portland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $607	Average Duration3d 23h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$216 - $745	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 371kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Boston to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3d 4hAverage Duration

$216Cheapest ticket

371kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$286

Average train trip duration3d 4h

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure9:36am

Distance2528 miles (4076 km)

Latest train departure12:57pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,515 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5515 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 $216

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

Boston to Portland Train

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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 Boston 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.

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!

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

Did you know?

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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

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What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3d 23h	Avg Price$451	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 4h	Avg Price$286	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Boston, MA, US and Portland, OR is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $286 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $216. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, OR, choose the train, as it will take you from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR in about 3d 4h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Portland, OR to Boston, MA, US

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