The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
9 h 12 m
Average duration
11 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
718 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
Of the 3 trains that leave Portland, ME for Baltimore, MD on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 718 km distance in an average of 11 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 12 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 14 h 32 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.






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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, and a flight costs an average of €127.
Distance: 446 miles (718 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€156 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest | €249 Average price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration Fastest 6h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 AM Portland, ME | 11h14 | 10:44 PM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Portland, ME | 10h41 | 2:29 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Portland, ME | 12h50 | 6:20 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Portland, ME | 14h32 | 10:02 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD
Trains from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD run on average 25 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $111 (€89) but you can travel from only $66 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 446 miles (718 km) distance in 9h 12m.
Distance 446 miles (718 km) |
Average train duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€89) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 9h 12m |
First train 03:15 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Portland, ME and Baltimore, MD from $66 (€53). 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, ME to Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, ME to Baltimore, MD
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is $5.50 per day and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking for Downeaster passengers is available in the lot across the street from the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station serves as a hub for both Amtrak Downeaster trains and intercity buses, with facilities for ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Concord Coach Lines
- Local bus services available
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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