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

The average train ticket price from Washington to Portland is $197. The best way to find train tickets from Washington 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 Washington to Portland?

A train trip between Washington and Portland is around 11h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 482 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Portland?

The number of trains from Washington to Portland 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 Washington to Portland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Portland?

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

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 Washington to Portland from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Portland on September 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:00pm	Union Station	15h 10m	1:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	10h 16m	3:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Portland on September 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	10h 16m	3:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Portland on September 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	10h 16m	3:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Portland on September 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:00pm	Union Station	15h 10m	1:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	9h 16m	2:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
	7:05am	Union Station	11h 5m	6:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	4:54am	Union Station	10h 16m	3:10pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Portland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $189	Average Duration20h 51m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$104 - $811	Average Duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 20 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

20h 51mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$197

Average train trip duration11h 25m

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure6:09am

Distance479 miles (771 km)

Latest train departure10:00pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,470 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Washington to Portland Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/18

$321

09/19

$260

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09/21

$152

09/22

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09/23

$152

09/24

$203

09/25

$260

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Sep 21, 2025 with a price of $152

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

You can expect to pay from $152 to $530 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-09-21.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Portland is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Portland, 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 Washington 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 Washington to Portland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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