What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose to Portland is to drive which costs $18 - $26 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Melrose to Portland is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $18 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose to Portland. However, there are services departing from Main St @ Emerson St and arriving at Portland, ME via Boston, MA - South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose to Portland. However, there are services departing from Melrose/Cedar Park and arriving at Portland via Haverhill Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Melrose to Portland?

The distance between Melrose and Portland is 114 miles. The road distance is 99.1 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose to Portland without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $25 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Melrose to Portland?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Melrose to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose to Portland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melrose to Portland train from?

Melrose to Portland train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Melrose/Cedar Park station.

Train or bus from Melrose to Portland?

The best way to get from Melrose to Portland is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $25 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $70 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Melrose to Portland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melrose to Portland train arrive?

Melrose to Portland train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Haverhill station.

Can I drive from Melrose to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose to Portland is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Melrose to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 340+ hotels available in Portland.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MEbus Logan Airport / ...
2h 49m
$26–52
Drive 98.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melrose to Portlandcar 98.5 mi
1h 45m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Melrose/Cedar Park to Haverhilltrain Haverhill Line
2. Take the train from Haverhill Amtrak to Portlandtrain Downeaster
3h 39m
$30–65
Bus via City of Portland
1. Take the bus from Boston to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
3h 36m
$21–37

Melrose to Portland by bus, subway, and foot

176Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Melrose, 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, you can take a train from Melrose/Cedar Park to Portland via Haverhill Amtrak in around 3h 39m.

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