The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, OR to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$414
Average price
$783
Fastest journey
3 d 47 m
Average duration
3 d 20 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
4076 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, OR to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, OR to Boston, MA will cost around $783 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $414.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portland, OR for Boston, MA on Tue, Mar 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 4076 km distance in an average of 3 d 20 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 d 47 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest trains will take 4 d 16 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $99, and a train costs an average of $280.
Distance: 2532 miles (4076 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$551 Average price | $240 Average price Cheapest | $405 Average price |
75h 40m Average total duration 75h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 95h 23m Average total duration 94h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portland, OR to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Boston, MA trains for today, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 10:22 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 99h10 | 1:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 10:22 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 99h02 | 1:24 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 10:22 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 99h10 | 1:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 10:22 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 99h02 | 1:24 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 2 | |||||
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 168 Northeast Regional | 12:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 75h45 | 4:30 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 168 Northeast Regional | 12:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 75h51 | 4:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
28 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 12:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 72h47 | 1:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
28 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 12:45 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 72h39 | 1:24 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:45 AM Portland, OR | 72h47 | 1:32 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Boston, MA
Trains from Portland, OR to Boston, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 75h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $280 (€223) but you can travel from only $99 (€79) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 2532 miles (4076 km) distance in 72h 39m.
Distance 2532 miles (4076 km) |
Average train duration 75h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $280 (€223) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 72h 39m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 21:36 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Boston, MA from $99 (€79). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portland, OR to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Boston, MA
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via NW 6th Avenue.
- Wilf's Restaurant & Bar
- Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Benson, a Coast Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance leading to platforms 1-3 for Amtrak services
- waiting areas and ticket counters are located in the main hall.
- MAX Light Rail: Green Line, Yellow Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: NS Line
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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