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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Cranston is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Cranston is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Cranston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Cranston. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Providence via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Cranston?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Cranston. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Providence via North Station and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Portland to Cranston?

The distance between Portland and Cranston is 154 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Cranston without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 1m and costs $45 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Portland to Cranston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Cranston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Cranston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Cranston?

The best way to get from Portland to Cranston is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $90 - $750. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $350 and takes 4h 2m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Portland to Cranston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Cranston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Cranston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Cranston is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Portland to Cranston.

Where can I stay near Cranston?

There are 214+ hotels available in Cranston.

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

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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 Providencetrain Northeast Regional
3h 1m
$46–664
Drive 154.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Cranstoncar 154.4 mi
3h 1m
$26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
3h 45m
$90–721
Fly
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PWM - PVD
4h 2m
$76–347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
4h 9m
$44–75

Portland (PWM) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) flights

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Distance: 153.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Portland to Cranston via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, Boston, and Providence in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Portland (PWM) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) every 3 hours.

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