How much is the train ticket from Portland to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New York City start from R 1 059. The average price for this train route is around R 1 757. 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 New York City?

The average train journey time from Portland to New York City is 8h 13m, covering a distance of 445 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to New York City?

The earliest train from Portland to New York City departs at 05:18. And the latest train departs at 13:43.

Train Portland to New York City from R 1 003 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:43	Portland Transportation Center	9h 19m	23:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 18m	16:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 38m	09:53	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	13:43	Portland Transportation Center	9h 19m	23:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 38m	09:53	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:48	Portland Transportation Center	7h 37m	19:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	14:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	14:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	14:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:43	Portland Transportation Center	10h 6m	23:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	14:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Portland to New York City on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:43	Portland Transportation Center	10h 6m	23:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 19m	14:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	05:18	Portland Transportation Center	8h 29m	13:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 35m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 539, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

435 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 539 - R 2 406	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 059 - R 8 664	Average duration8h 13m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 1 059

Amtrak Portland New York City recent customer reviews

I had expected an email attachment with a ticket. I never received one, and I went to NYC a different way.

Rob W.

24 November 2025

trip was on time and comfortable. was a problem with getting food on cafe car, because attendant was taken ill.

Marc B.

12 August 2024

Muy bien

Jhon Fredy A.

30 December 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New York City start from R 1 059. The average price for this train route is around R 1 757. 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 New York City?
The average train journey time from Portland to New York City is 8h 13m, covering a distance of 445 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to New York City?
The earliest train from Portland to New York City 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.

Best price found

10/12

R 2 663

11/12

R 3 372

Today

R 3 372

13/12

R 2 697

14/12

R 1 107

15/12

R 2 058

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R 2 058

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R 2 058

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to New York City was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 107

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 107 to R 6 829 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 107, which is on 2025-12-14.