The average train between Portland and Montclair takes 10h 35m and the fastest train takes 7h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Portland to Montclair. 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 twice daily between Portland and Montclair. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portland is at 6:33 PM which arrives into Montclair at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 10h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



7h 51m • 3 changes


8h 13m • 3 changes


8h 29m • 3 changes


9h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portland to Montclair? 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 Portland to Montclair. However, there are services departing from Portland station and arriving at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station via Boston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.
Portland to Montclair train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.
Portland to Montclair train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.
The distance between Portland and Montclair is 452.5 km. The road distance is 511 km.
You can take a train from Portland to Watchung Avenue via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, Boston, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, and New York Penn Station in around 8h 52m.