The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Portland, ME
Cheapest price
£136
Average price
£204
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Portland, ME is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Portland, ME will cost around £204 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £136.
To travel from New York, NY to Portland, ME you need to make at least one change.
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK
190 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK
66 Northeast Regional · 683 Downeaster
2190 Acela+
683 Downeaster
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK
2150 Acela+
8270 AMTRAK
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK
2150 Acela+
8257 AMTRAK
2162 Acela+
687 Downeaster
170 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for New York, NY to Portland, ME
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Portland, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 450 km
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£123 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Portland, ME train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Portland, ME trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2190 Acela+ 683 Downeaster | 10:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h53 | 19:20 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional · 683 Downeaster | 10:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h36 | 19:20 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK | 10:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h26 | 18:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
190 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK | 12:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h29 | 20:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
2150 Acela+ 8270 AMTRAK | 12:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h13 | 19:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
2150 Acela+ 8257 AMTRAK | 12:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h13 | 20:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
170 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK | 13:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h24 | 21:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK | 16:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h10 | 23:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
172 Northeast Regional · 8260 AMTRAK | 16:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h15 | 00:15 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
86 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK | 17:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h38 | 01:15 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
2168 Acela+ 689 Downeaster | 22:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h00 | 06:00 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
184 Northeast Regional · 689 Downeaster | 22:07 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h53 | 06:00 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 09:44 New York, NY | 7h26 | 17:10 Portland, ME | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Portland, ME
Trains from New York, NY to Portland, ME run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 03:15 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Portland, ME trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New York, NY and Portland, ME from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New York, NY to Portland, ME train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Portland, ME by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, ME, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Portland, ME
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is $5.50 per day and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking for Downeaster passengers is available in the lot across the street from the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station serves as a hub for both Amtrak Downeaster trains and intercity buses, with facilities for ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Concord Coach Lines
- Local bus services available
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