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 $30 - $50 and takes 3h 41m.

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 3h 41m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Charlestown station. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Kingston Amtrak Station via North Station and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Portland to Charlestown?

The distance between Portland and Charlestown is 189 miles. The road distance is 188.9 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 bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Portland to Charlestown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Charlestown train from?

Portland to Charlestown train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland 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 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m 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 76+ hotels available in Charlestown.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Kingston Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 14m
$72–133
Drive 187.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Charlestowncar 187.8 mi
3h 41m
$35–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Kingston Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 58m
$89–162
Bus, train via City of Portland
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
2. Take the train from Boston to Kingston Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 20m
$67–120

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Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Portland to Charlestown via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, Boston, and Kingston Amtrak Station in around 4h 58m.

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