Train from Philadelphia, PA to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Philadelphia to Portland on December 12
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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
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30th Street Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
30th Street Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
30th Street Station
Portland Transportation CenterNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 9 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
9h 43mAverage Duration
358 milesDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$53 - $361Average Duration13h 30m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$83 - $580Average Duration9h 43m
53kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Portland?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Portland start from $83. The average price for this train route is around $188. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Portland?

    The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Portland is 9h 43m, covering a distance of 358 miles (578 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Portland route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Portland?

    The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Portland at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 3:33pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Philadelphia 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 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 most timely service from Philadelphia to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia 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
12/09
$184
12/10
$184
Today
$184
12/12
$184
12/13
$140
12/14
$86
12/15
$108
12/16
$86
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Portland, ME was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $553 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-14.

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