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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Boston is to bus which costs $17 - $35 and takes 1h 55m.

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 1h 53m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Boston, MA - South Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portland and arriving at Boston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Portland to Boston?

The distance between Portland and Boston is 107 miles. The road distance is 106.7 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 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $17 - $35.

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

The bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Station takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Portland to Boston bus from?

Portland to Boston bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Boston train from?

Portland to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train or bus from Portland to Boston?

The best way to get from Portland to Boston is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Portland to Boston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Boston train arrive?

Portland to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Portland to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Boston is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Portland to Boston.

How do I get a train ticket from Portland to Boston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portland to Boston?

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Where can I stay near Boston?

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There are 3 ways to get from Portland to Boston by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
1h 55m
$17–35
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2h 32m
$35–75
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Bostoncar 106.1 mi
1h 53m
$20–28

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Distance: 106 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Station hourly. Tickets cost $23–30 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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