The cheapest and fastest trains from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
6 h 39 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portland, ME for Stamford, CT on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 39 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.
7:15 AM6h39Portland, ME1:54 PMStamford, CT$1261One-way0 transfers
7:15 AM6h39Portland, ME1:54 PMStamford, CT$1261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Portland, ME to Stamford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $147.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$112 Average price Cheapest | $200 Average price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT:
A train is $89 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT costing on average $200 (€161).
Other travel options to Stamford, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 7h 40m.
Live departures
Portland, ME to Stamford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, ME to Stamford, CT trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8273 AMTRAK · 161 Northeast Regional | 6:15 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 6h38 | 12:53 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
692 Downeaster · 135 Northeast Regional | 7:18 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 9h35 | 4:53 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8279 AMTRAK · 135 Northeast Regional | 9:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 7h23 | 4:53 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8279 AMTRAK+ 2255 NextGen Acela | 9:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 6h23 | 3:53 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8263 AMTRAK · 165 Northeast Regional | 11:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 6h53 | 6:23 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8263 AMTRAK · 167 Northeast Regional | 11:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 8h39 | 8:09 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8271 AMTRAK · 167 Northeast Regional | 1:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 6h39 | 8:09 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8271 AMTRAK+ 2257 Acela | 1:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 27h30 | 5:00 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
696 Downeaster · 169 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 9h24 | 11:07 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
696 Downeaster · 65 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 8h12 | 9:55 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8269 AMTRAK · 169 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 7h37 | 11:07 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
8269 AMTRAK · 65 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME | 6h25 | 9:55 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 7:15 AM Portland, ME | 6h39 | 1:54 PM Stamford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT
Trains from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 18:03. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 6:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, ME and Stamford, CT from $59 (€48). 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 Stamford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, ME to Stamford, CT
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Washington Blvd.
- Colony Grill
- Barcelona Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa
- The Lloyd Stamford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Sheraton Stamford Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for Metro-North Railroad
- Hall 2: platforms 4-5 for Amtrak services
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- Bus: CT Transit Stamford
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