How much is the train ticket from Portland to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Newark start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portland to Newark?

The average train ride duration from Portland to Newark is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 283 miles (456 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 9m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Portland to Newark route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Newark?

The earliest train departs from Portland to Newark at 5:18am. And the latest train departs at 1:43pm.

Train Portland to Newark from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Newark on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:43pm	Portland Transportation Center	10h 52m	12:35am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:30am	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	5:13pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	7:18am	Portland Transportation Center	11h 8m	6:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	3:15am	Portland Transportation Center	7h 1m	10:16am	Penn Station	No tags
	7:18am	Portland Transportation Center	11h 8m	6:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

283 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $135	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $510	Average Duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Portland to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Newark start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Portland to Newark is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 283 miles (456 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Portland to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Portland to Newark at 5:18am. And the latest train departs at 1:43pm.

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

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12/10

$160

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12/12

$199

12/13

$123

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12/16

$68

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $68

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $68 to $853 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-16.