What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station is to fly and train which takes 5h 20m and costs $100 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Albany Bus Terminal, NY via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station via North Station and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

The distance between Portland and Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station is 280 miles. The road distance is 233.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station bus from?

Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station train from?

Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

The best way to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station is to bus via Boston which takes 6h 44m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $430 - $1,300 and takes 5h 24m, you could also train, which costs $95 - $210 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station bus arrive?

Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Boston, MA - South Station.

Where does the Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station train arrive?

Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station is 233 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

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Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station

Q: How long does it take to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station, including transfers.

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There are 9 ways to get from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or train (Amtrak)

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Bus via Boston
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus Greyhound US0270 / ...
6h 44m
$46–93
Drive 232.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Stationcar 232.1 mi
5h 28m
$43–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 15m
$81–183
Fly to Albany County Airport
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane PWM - ALB
5h 24m
$434–1,284
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Springfield Union Stationbus FlixBus N2615
2. Take the bus from Northampton to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus FlixBus 2693
8h 9m
$44–74
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 56m
$100–209
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane PWM - JFK
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 20m
$105–409
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane PWM - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 38m
$125–596
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane PWM - EWR
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 45m
$579–1,337

Portland to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 15mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland, ME to Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station via Boston, MA - South Station, Boston, and Albany Bus Terminal, NY in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Portland (PWM) to Albany County Airport (ALB) hourly.

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