Train from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Portland on January 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterCheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
10h 20mAverage Duration
617 kmDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$90 - $291Average Duration23h 25m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$121 - $851Average Duration10h 20m
56kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Portland?

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Portland start at $121. The average price for this train route is around $361. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Portland?

    The average train trip from Wilmington to Portland takes 10h 20m and covers 617 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 6m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Portland route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Portland?

    The earliest train from Wilmington to Portland departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Portland?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01-21
$201
01-22
$201
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$155
01-24
$155
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $155

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

You can expect to pay from $155 to $600 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2026-01-24.

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