What is the cheapest way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

The cheapest way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

The fastest way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Boston, MA and Portland, ME?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston, MA to Portland, ME. However, there are services departing from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St and arriving at Portland, ME via Boston, MA - South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Boston, MA and Portland, ME?

No, there is no direct train from Boston, MA to Portland, ME. However, there are services departing from Prudential and arriving at Portland via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

The distance between Boston, MA and Portland, ME is 108 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston, MA to Portland, ME without a car?

The best way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME without a car is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $22 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston, MA to Portland, ME bus from?

Boston, MA to Portland, ME bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Boston, MA - South Station.

Where do I catch the Boston, MA to Portland, ME train from?

Boston, MA to Portland, ME train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

The best way to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $22 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $45 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Boston, MA to Portland, ME bus arrive?

Boston, MA to Portland, ME bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Portland, ME station.

What is the time difference between Boston, MA and Portland, ME?

Portland, ME is 1h behind Boston, MA. It is currently 12:49 AM in Boston, MA and 11:49 PM in Portland, ME.

Where does the Boston, MA to Portland, ME train arrive?

Boston, MA to Portland, ME train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Portland station.

Can I drive from Boston, MA to Portland, ME?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston, MA to Portland, ME is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Boston, MA to Portland, ME.

Where can I stay near Portland, ME?

There are 361+ hotels available in Portland, ME.

Boston, MA to Portland, ME - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Boston, MA to Portland, ME by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MELogan Airport / ...
2h 32m
$23–49
Drive 105.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston, MA to Portland, ME105.2 mi
1h 56m
$20–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to PortlandDowneaster
3h 49m
$36–41

Boston, MA to Portland, ME by foot and bus

259Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.1 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, ME hourly. Tickets cost $22–30 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Portland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $34–39 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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