The average train between Newark and Portland, ME takes 9h 44m and the fastest train takes 7h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Newark to Portland, ME. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Newark and Portland, ME. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Portland, ME at 11:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 9h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Newark to Portland, ME? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Newark to Portland, ME. However, there are services departing from Newark station and arriving at Portland, ME station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.
Newark to Portland, ME train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Portland, ME train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Portland station.
Book your Newark to Portland, ME train tickets online with Amtrak Acela, MBTA and Amtrak.
The distance between Newark and Portland, ME is 455.4 km. The road distance is 574 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Portland via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 7h 45m.