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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Dorchester is to bus via Shawmut which costs $19 - $35 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Boston, MA - South Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Jackson Square via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Portland to Dorchester?

The distance between Portland and Dorchester is 109 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Dorchester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $24 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Portland to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Dorchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Dorchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Portland to Dorchester is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $24 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $80 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Portland to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Dorchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Dorchester is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Portland to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1443+ hotels available in Dorchester.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2h 5m
$24–46
Bus via Shawmut
cheapest
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
2h 22m
$19–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2h 50m
$40–79
Drive 111.4 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Dorchestercar 111.4 mi
2h 4m
$21–30

Portland to Dorchester by bus and subway

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 108.4 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Dorchester, 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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