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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Carlisle is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Woburn Logan Express via Terminal E - Arrivals, LEX Pick Up. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at North Billerica via Anderson/Woburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Portland to Carlisle?

The distance between Portland and Carlisle is 135 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Carlisle without a car is to bus via Woburn Logan Express which takes 3h 10m and costs $75 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Portland to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Carlisle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Portland to Carlisle is to bus via Woburn Logan Express which takes 3h 10m and costs $75 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Portland to Carlisle bus arrive?

Portland to Carlisle bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Logan International Airport station.

Where does the Portland to Carlisle train arrive?

Portland to Carlisle train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Woburn Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Carlisle is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Portland to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 152+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Portland to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Woburn Logan Express
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Logan International Airportbus Portland / ...
3h 10m
$77–98
Drive 105.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Carlislecar 105.7 mi
1h 54m
$20–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
3h 15m
$54–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
3h 46m
$40–63

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Portland, ME to Logan International Airport hourly. Tickets cost $22–30 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Woburn Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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