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

The cheapest way to get from Portland, ME to Meriden is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland, ME to Meriden is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Portland, ME to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at State St @ Meriden Transit Center via Boston and Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Portland, ME to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Meriden via North Station, Boston and New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Portland, ME to Meriden?

The distance between Portland, ME and Meriden is 226 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland, ME to Meriden without a car is to bus via Boston which takes 6h 13m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Portland, ME to Meriden, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Portland, ME to Meriden?

The best way to get from Portland, ME to Meriden is to bus via Boston which takes 6h 13m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $900 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Portland, ME to Meriden bus arrive?

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

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

Meriden is 2h ahead of Portland, ME. It is currently 3:13 PM in Portland, ME and 5:13 PM in Meriden.

Where does the Portland, ME to Meriden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland, ME to Meriden?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland, ME to Meriden is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Portland, ME to Meriden.

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

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Where can I stay near Meriden?

There are 117+ hotels available in Meriden.

Portland, ME to Meriden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portland, ME to Meriden by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, bus (Amtrak), or train (Amtrak)

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

Bus via Boston
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South StationPortland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union StationGreyhound US0230 / ...
6h 13m
$46–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South StationPortland / ...
2. Take the bus from South Station to Hartford Union StationBoston
6h 30m
$36–92
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South StationPortland / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to New HavenNortheast Regional
6h 20m
$44–883
Drive 213.8 mi
1. Drive from Portland, ME to Meriden213.8 mi
3h 49m
$39–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to BostonDowneaster
2. Take the train from Boston to New HavenNortheast Regional
7h 4m
$58–881

Portland, ME to Meriden by bus

45Weekly Buses

6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 224.8 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Meriden, CT, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland, ME to State St @ Meriden Transit Center via Boston, MA - South Station, Boston, Hartford, Union Station, and Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Meriden via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, Boston, and New Haven in around 7h 4m.

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