What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Main/Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Main/Portland is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Main/Portland?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Main/Portland is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Main/Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Main/Portland. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Main opposite Portland via Union Station Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Boston to Main/Portland?

The distance between Boston and Main/Portland is 91 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Main/Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Main/Portland without a car is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs $18 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Main/Portland?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Boston to Main/Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Main/Portland bus from?

Boston to Main/Portland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston to Main/Portland?

The best way to get from Boston to Main/Portland is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs $18 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $430 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Boston to Main/Portland bus arrive?

Boston to Main/Portland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Springfield Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Main/Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Main/Portland is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Boston to Main/Portland.

Where can I stay near Main/Portland?

There are 104+ hotels available in Main/Portland.

Boston to Main/Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Main/Portland by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Springfield Union StationGreyhound US0240 / ...
1h 46m
$18–45
Drive 89 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Main/Portland89 mi
1h 37m
$17–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to SpringfieldLake Shore Limited
2h 52m
$35–430
Bus via Alewife (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Cambridge to Springfield Union StationFlixBus 2619
3h 19m
$21–37

Boston to Main/Portland by bus

63Weekly Buses

1h 46mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.1 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Springfield Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $18–40 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Springfield once daily. Tickets cost $35–430 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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