What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor?

The fastest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Desert Island and Boothbay Harbor?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor. However, there are services departing from Village Green and arriving at Wiscasset via Acadia Gateway Center and Bangor, ME. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor?

The distance between Mount Desert Island and Boothbay Harbor is 173 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor without a car is to bus and Amtrak Thruway which takes 7h 45m and costs $70 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor bus from?

Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor bus services, operated by Downeast Transportation Inc., depart from Acadia Gateway Center station.

Where does the Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor bus arrive?

Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor bus services, operated by Downeast Transportation Inc., arrive at Bangor - Concord Coach station.

Can I drive from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor is 116 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor.

Where can I stay near Boothbay Harbor?

There are 211+ hotels available in Boothbay Harbor.

Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor - 2 ways to travel via bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Mount Desert Island to Boothbay Harbor by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Bus, Amtrak Thruway
best
1. Take the bus from Acadia Gateway Center to Bangor - Concord Coachbus Bar Harbor
2. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Wiscassetbus Bangor
7h 45m
$71–170
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bar Harbor to Boothbay Harborcar 115.3 mi
3h 6m
$21–31

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Mount Desert Island, ME, USA and Boothbay Harbor, ME, USA?

You can take a bus from Village Green to Boothbay Harbor via Acadia Gateway Center, Acadia Gateway Center, Bangor, ME, and Wiscasset in around 7h 45m.

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