The average train between Portland and Newark takes 9h 17m and the fastest train takes 7h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Portland to Newark. 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 Portland and Newark. 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 Newark at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 9h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Portland to Newark? 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 Newark. However, there are services departing from Portland station and arriving at Newark station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.
Portland to Newark train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.
Portland to Newark train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.
Book your Portland to Newark train tickets online with Amtrak, MBTA and Amtrak Acela.
The distance between Portland and Newark is 457.6 km. The road distance is 574 km.
You can take a train from Portland to Newark Penn Station via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, and Boston in around 8h 4m.