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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Portland is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Desert Island to Portland is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Desert Island and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Desert Island to Portland. However, there are services departing from Village Green and arriving at Portland Transportation Center via Acadia Gateway Center and Bangor Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Mount Desert Island to Portland?

The distance between Mount Desert Island and Portland is 170 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mount Desert Island to Portland without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 34m and costs $55 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Mount Desert Island to Portland, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mount Desert Island to Portland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mount Desert Island to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Desert Island to Portland is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Mount Desert Island to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 440+ hotels available in Portland.

Mount Desert Island to Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Desert Island to Portland by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 21 Kingsland Crossing to Bangor: Odlin Road Park & Ridebus
2. Take the bus from Bangor Park & Ride to Brunswick Stationbus
3. Take the train from Brunswick Amtrak Station to Portlandtrain
5h 34m
$58–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Acadia Gateway Center to Bangor - Concord Coachbus Bar Harbor
2. Take the bus from Bangor Transportation Center to Portland Transportation Centerbus Bangor / ...
6h 23m
$26–105
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Bar Harbor to Portlandcar 153.8 mi
3h 32m
$29–41
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (BHB) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane BHB - BOS
2. Take the bus from Logan International Airport to Portland, MEbus
6h 7m
$162–390

Mount Desert Island to Portland by bus and foot

5Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Village Green to Portland Transportation Center via Acadia Gateway Center, Acadia Gateway Center, and Bangor Transportation Center in around 6h 23m.

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