How much is the train ticket from Portland to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Boston start from R 3 735. The average price for this train route is around R 9 151. 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 Boston?

The average train journey time from Portland to Boston is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 4077 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Boston?

The earliest train from Portland to Boston departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Train Portland to Boston from R 3 522 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	16:45	Union Station	3d 3h	23:20	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d 2h	21:51	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:22	Union Station	4d 3h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d 2h	21:51	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d 2h	21:51	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	06:45	Union Station	3d 10h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	16:45	Union Station	3d 2h	21:51	Back Bay Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:55 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 735, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

3d 4hAverage duration

4077 kmDistance

371kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 442 - R 26 835	Average duration4d 6h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 735 - R 75 003	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 371kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5735 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 3 735

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Boston, MA, 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 Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Boston start from R 3 735. The average price for this train route is around R 9 151. 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 Boston?
The average train journey time from Portland to Boston is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 4077 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Boston?
The earliest train from Portland to Boston departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/01

R 8 989

14/01

R 8 989

Today

R 9 878

16/01

R 27 386

17/01

R 8 168

18/01

R 6 792

19/01

R 7 664

20/01

R 5 669

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 669

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 669 to R 62 452 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 669, which is on 2026-01-20.