How to get from Arlington to Portland
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Portland takes approximately 727 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
727 min 915.0 km
3 transfers
S
Palmetto
Flixbus N2615
1
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 13 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take S Subway
Direction: NEW Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform (19 stops, 39 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
4
Take Palmetto Train
Direction: New York
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (7 stops, 195 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
6
Take Flixbus N2615 Bus
Direction: Bangor Park & Ride
From New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) to City of Portland (3 stops, 436 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Congress ST + Maine Med
8
Take 1 Bus
Direction: East END School
From Congress ST + Maine Med to Congress ST + ELM St (7 stops, 6 min)
9
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Portland
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Portland and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Portland
Portland is located in Portland and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Portland:
- Portland Public Library
- Congress ST + ELM St
- Congress St + Center St
- Congress ST + Center St
Alternative Route
655 min 890.0 km
5 transfers
S
R
Acela
Greyhound Us0235
Flixbus N2615
1
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 16 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take S Subway
Direction: NEW Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform (6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform (2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take Acela Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Newark (5 stops, 160 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Newark (Nj)
8
Take Greyhound Us0235 Bus
Direction: Boston (South Station)
From Newark (Nj) to Boston (South Station) (2 stops, 290 min)
9
Take Flixbus N2615 Bus
Direction: Bangor Park & Ride
From Boston (South Station) to City of Portland
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Congress ST + Maine Med
11
Take 1 Bus
Direction: East END School
From Congress ST + Maine Med to Congress ST + ELM St (7 stops, 6 min)
12
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Portland
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Portland.
How do I travel from Arlington to Portland in Portland?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Portland takes approximately 727 minutes via the S subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Portland from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 655 minutes using the S subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Portland without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 727 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Portland?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Congress ST + ELM St in Portland.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Portland by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Portland in Portland takes approximately 727 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Portland?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Portland.
Which station is closest to Portland?
The nearest stop to Portland is Congress ST + ELM St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Portland.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.