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Get from Portland to Alexandria
The journey takes about 14 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 803, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5699 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 803
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Alexandria, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portland to Alexandria?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Alexandria start from R 2 803. The average price for this train route is around R 5 374. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Alexandria?
The average train journey time from Portland to Alexandria is 14h 23m, covering a distance of 782 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Alexandria route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Alexandria?
The earliest train from Portland to Alexandria departs at 05:18. And the latest train departs at 13:43.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, ME to Alexandria, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 164 to R 8 282 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 164, which is on 2026-01-05.
