What is the cheapest way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island?

The cheapest way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island?

The fastest way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between South Portland and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct bus from South Portland to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Sawyer + Broadway and arriving at Providence via Congress St + Forest Ave, Portland, ME and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from South Portland to Rhode Island?

The distance between South Portland and Rhode Island is 156 miles. The road distance is 152.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 3m and costs $30 - $700.

How long does it take to get from South Portland to Rhode Island?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from South Portland to Rhode Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Portland to Rhode Island bus from?

South Portland to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

Train or bus from South Portland to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from South Portland to Rhode Island is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $35 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the South Portland to Rhode Island bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Portland to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between South Portland to Rhode Island is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from South Portland to Rhode Island.

Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 208+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
4h 3m
$30–653
Drive 151.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Portland to Providencecar 151.8 mi
2h 54m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
5h 14m
$38–676
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
5h 9m
$30–66

South Portland to Rhode Island by bus and train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between South Portland, ME, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

You can take a bus from Danforth St + High St to Providence via Congress St + Forest Ave, Portland Transport. Center I/B, Portland, Boston, North Station, Back Bay, and Boston in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sawyer + Broadway to Providence via Congress St + Forest Ave, Portland, ME, Boston, MA - South Station, and Boston in around 5h 9m.

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