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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections; one of Portland’s core cultural attractions.

Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
8h 40m
Average duration
8h 40m
Buses per day
1
Distance
444 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 284 miles (458 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$179 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME:
A bus is $100 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME costing on average $179 (€147).
A bus is $135 (€111) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME costing on average $214 (€176).
Other travel options to Portland, ME take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Portland, ME trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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66 Northeast Regional · 693 Downeaster | 4:48 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 9h32 | 2:20 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
66 Northeast Regional · 8254 AMTRAK | 5:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h26 | 1:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
66 Northeast Regional · 693 Downeaster | 5:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h36 | 2:20 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK | 6:16 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 8h54 | 3:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK | 6:22 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h48 | 3:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional · 8257 AMTRAK | 7:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h10 | 3:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 Acela+ 697 Downeaster | 7:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 12h20 | 7:50 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 Acela+ 8260 AMTRAK | 7:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 11h45 | 7:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 Acela+ 8259 AMTRAK | 7:30 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 10h40 | 6:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 NextGen Acela+ 8260 AMTRAK | 8:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 11h15 | 7:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 NextGen Acela+ 8259 AMTRAK | 8:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 10h10 | 6:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2250 NextGen Acela+ 697 Downeaster | 8:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 11h50 | 7:50 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
160 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK | 8:23 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 7h47 | 4:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
160 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK | 8:28 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h42 | 4:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
160 Northeast Regional · 8258 AMTRAK | 9:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h10 | 4:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2252 Acela+ 8262 AMTRAK | 9:21 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 10h54 | 8:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 8246 AMTRAK | 9:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h43 | 5:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 695 Downeaster | 9:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h48 | 6:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK | 9:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h43 | 6:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
2252 NextGen Acela+ 8262 AMTRAK | 9:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 10h24 | 8:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 695 Downeaster | 10:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h15 | 6:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 8259 AMTRAK | 10:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h10 | 6:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 8246 AMTRAK | 10:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h10 | 5:10 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK | 12:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 7h52 | 8:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK | 12:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional · 8262 AMTRAK | 1:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h15 | 8:15 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8261 AMTRAK | 2:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 8h22 | 10:45 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 2:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 9h47 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 2:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 9h41 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8261 AMTRAK | 2:29 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h16 | 10:45 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 9h10 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 8261 AMTRAK | 3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h45 | 10:45 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 1689 Downeaster | 4:08 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 9h47 | 1:55 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 4:08 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 8h02 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 4:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h55 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 1689 Downeaster | 4:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 9h40 | 1:55 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 1689 Downeaster | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h55 | 1:55 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional · 8266 AMTRAK | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h10 | 12:10 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) but you can travel from only $49 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 284 miles (458 km) distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 284 miles (458 km) |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Portland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portland trip today.
Major art museum with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections; one of Portland’s core cultural attractions.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants with table service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip delivery drivers about 15-20%. Little or no tip is expected at counter-service cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, ME, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newark, NJ to Portland, ME trains use the Newark Penn Station to Portland Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Portland, ME train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
Portland Transportation Center is 3 km from Portland city centre. Public transport options include:
Portland Transportation Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Portland Transportation Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Portland Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portland Transportation Center: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland Transportation Center: Ramps, restrooms.
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