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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Bunker Hill St @ Polk St via Devonshire St @ Milk St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Charlestown?

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 Charlestown?

The distance between Portland and Charlestown is 116 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Charlestown without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $75.

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

The train from Portland to Boston takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Portland to Charlestown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Charlestown train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Charlestown?

The best way to get from Portland to Charlestown is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $50 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Portland to Charlestown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Charlestown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Charlestown is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Portland to Charlestown.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Charlestown.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2h 32m
$35–75
Bus via City of Portland
cheapest
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
2h 50m
$17–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2h 42m
$22–48
Drive 103.9 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Charlestowncar 103.9 mi
1h 54m
$19–28

Portland to Charlestown by train (Amtrak)

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, 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. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly.

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