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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Portland Transportation Center | 30th Street Station | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Portland Transportation Center | 30th Street Station | Fastest | |||||
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| Portland Transportation Center | 30th Street Station | No tags | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Portland Transportation Center | 30th Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 798, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 1 399
Amtrak Portland Philadelphia recent customer reviews
Quiet cabin was wonderful.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Philadelphia start from R 1 399. The average price for this train route is around R 2 634. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Portland to Philadelphia is 10h 11m, covering a distance of 578 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Portland to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 556To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, ME to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 556 to R 15 576 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 556, which is on 2025-12-15.
