The average train between Reading and Portland takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Portland. 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 Reading and Portland. The earliest departure is at 7:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Portland at 1:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Portland? 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 Reading to Portland. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Portland station via Haverhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Reading to Portland train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Portland train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Portland station.
The distance between Reading and Portland is 143 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Portland via Haverhill Amtrak in around 3h 23m.