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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Boston is to line 55 bus and bus which costs $17 - $35 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Boston is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Boston. However, there are services departing from Main St @ Rappallo Ave and arriving at Boston via Hartford Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Portland to Boston?

The distance between Portland and Boston is 118 miles. The road distance is 112.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Boston without a car is to line 55 bus and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs $17 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Portland to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Boston bus from?

Portland to Boston bus services, operated by CT Transit, depart from Main St @ Rappallo Ave station.

Where does the Portland to Boston bus arrive?

Portland to Boston bus services, operated by CT Transit, arrive at Main St @ 750 Main St station.

Can I drive from Portland to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Boston is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Portland to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Boston.

Portland to Boston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 55 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main St @ Rappallo Ave to Main St @ 750 Main Stbus 55
2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
3h 33m
$18–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Downtown Terminal to Stage Rd & Route 1bus 644
2. Take the train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
4h 5m
$42–87
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Bostoncar 111.7 mi
2h 14m
$21–30
Line 55 bus, bus via South Station
1. Take the bus from Main St @ Rappallo Ave to Main St @ 750 Main Stbus 55
2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to South Stationbus New York
3h 41m
$24–59

Portland to Boston by bus and foot

88Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Portland, CT, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Main St @ Rappallo Ave to Boston via Main St @ 750 Main St and Hartford Union Station in around 3h 33m.

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