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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Portland Transportation Center | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Portland Transportation Center | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portland Transportation Center | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portland Transportation Center | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5740 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 831
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portland to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Richmond start from R 1 831. The average price for this train route is around R 4 738. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Portland to Richmond is 19h 46m, covering a distance of 905 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Richmond?
The earliest train from Portland to Richmond departs at 05:18. And the latest train departs at 13:43.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 288To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 288 to R 11 537 for a train ticket from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 288, which is on 2026-01-19.
