The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Portland, ME
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
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 £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
To travel from New York, NY to Portland, ME you need to make at least one change.
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK
86 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK
172 Northeast Regional · 8260 AMTRAK
170 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK
190 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK
170 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK
190 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK
86 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK
172 Northeast Regional · 8260 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 £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. 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 £29, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 450 km
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£101 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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190 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK | 11:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h29 | 19:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
170 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK | 12:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h25 | 20:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
172 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK | 15:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h10 | 22:10 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
172 Northeast Regional · 8260 AMTRAK | 15:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h15 | 23:15 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change | |
86 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK | 16:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h38 | 00:15 Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 change |
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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 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 10m |
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 £29. 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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