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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Portland, ME is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Portland, ME is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $19 - $28.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston, MA - South Station station and arriving at Portland, ME. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Portland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Boston to Portland, ME?

The distance between Boston and Portland, ME is 106 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Portland, ME without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $21 - $45.

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

The bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, ME takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Boston to Portland, ME?

The best way to get from Boston to Portland, ME is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $21 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $34 - $39 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Boston to Portland, ME bus arrive?

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

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

Portland, ME is 1h behind Boston. It is currently 11:14 PM in Boston and 10:14 PM in Portland, ME.

Where does the Boston to Portland, ME train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boston to Portland, ME?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Portland, ME is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Boston to Portland, ME.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Portland, ME?

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Where can I stay near Portland, ME?

There are 361+ hotels available in Portland, ME.

Boston to Portland, ME - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Portland, ME by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MELogan Airport / ...
1h 55m
$21–45
Drive 104 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Portland, ME104 mi
1h 54m
$19–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to PortlandDowneaster
2h 30m
$34–39
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Augusta State Airport (AUG)BOS - AUG
2. Take the bus from Augusta Transportation Center to Portland Transportation Center
3h 25m
$113–168

Boston to Portland, ME by bus

259Weekly Buses

1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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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