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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Chelsea is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Chelsea is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Chelsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Chelsea. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Box District via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Chelsea?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Chelsea. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Portland to Chelsea?

The distance between Portland and Chelsea is 113 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Chelsea without a car is to bus via South Station which takes 2h 20m and costs $22 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Portland to Chelsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Chelsea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Chelsea train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Chelsea?

The best way to get from Portland to Chelsea is to bus via South Station which takes 2h 20m and costs $22 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $85 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Portland to Chelsea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Chelsea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Chelsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Chelsea is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Portland to Chelsea.

Where can I stay near Chelsea?

There are 1484+ hotels available in Chelsea.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Chelsea by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus via South Station
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2h 20m
$22–48
Bus via City of Portland
cheapest
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
2h 27m
$17–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2h 59m
$38–81
Drive 103.2 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Chelseacar 103.2 mi
1h 50m
$19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Logan International Airportbus Portland / ...
2h 25m
$24–34

Portland to Chelsea by bus

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Distance: 112.4 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Chelsea, 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. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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