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Portland, ME to Salem trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Portland, ME and Salem takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Portland, ME to Salem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 34m
Duration
132 mi
Distance
$51
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain train Downeaster
3h 32m
$40–85

Portland, ME to Salem train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Portland, ME and Salem. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portland, ME is at 6:33 PM which arrives into Salem at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Portland, ME to Salem.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 131.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Salem, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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