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

The cheapest way to get from Portland, ME to Boston is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland, ME to Boston is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $19 - $28.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portland and arriving at Boston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Portland, ME to Boston?

The distance between Portland, ME and Boston is 107 miles. The road distance is 105 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

Portland, ME to Boston bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

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

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

Train or bus from Portland, ME to Boston?

The best way to get from Portland, ME to Boston is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $21 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $33 - $39 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Portland, ME to Boston bus arrive?

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

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

Boston is 1h ahead of Portland, ME. It is currently 1:53 PM in Portland, ME and 2:53 PM in Boston.

Where does the Portland, ME to Boston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland, ME to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland, ME to Boston is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Portland, ME to Boston.

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

Book your Portland, ME to Boston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Boston.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South StationPortland / ...
1h 55m
$21–45
Drive 104.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland, ME to Boston104.4 mi
1h 50m
$20–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to BostonDowneaster
2h 32m
$33–39

Portland, ME to Boston by bus

258Weekly Buses

1h 55mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Station hourly. Tickets cost $23–30 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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