What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to South Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to South Portland is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to South Portland?

The fastest way to get from Boston to South Portland is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and South Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to South Portland. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Danforth St + State St via Maine Medical Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Boston to South Portland?

The distance between Boston and South Portland is 120 miles. The road distance is 106.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to South Portland without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $50 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Boston to South Portland?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Boston to South Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to South Portland bus from?

Boston to South Portland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston to South Portland?

The best way to get from Boston to South Portland is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $50 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $90 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Boston to South Portland bus arrive?

Boston to South Portland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at City of Portland station.

Can I drive from Boston to South Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to South Portland is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Boston to South Portland.

Where can I stay near South Portland?

There are 354+ hotels available in South Portland.

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

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

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Portlandtrain Downeaster
2h 37m
$51–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
2h 49m
$17–87
Drive 105.6 mi
1. Drive from Boston to South Portlandcar 105.6 mi
1h 58m
$20–28
Bus via Ptc O/B
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MEbus Logan Airport / ...
3h 15m
$25–51

Boston to South Portland by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 49mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 119.2 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Portland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–39 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to City of Portland once daily. Tickets cost $14–85 and the journey takes 2h. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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