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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Lawrence is to bus which costs $250 - $550 and takes 38h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Lawrence is to fly and drive which takes 7h 14m and costs $160 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Boston, Newark Penn Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 11m.

How far is it from Portland to Lawrence?

The distance between Portland and Lawrence is 1493 miles. The road distance is 1537.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Lawrence without a car is to bus and train which takes 35h 17m and costs $500 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Portland to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Lawrence bus from?

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

Where does the Portland to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Portland and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h behind Portland. It is currently 11:53 AM in Portland and 10:53 AM in Lawrence.

Can I drive from Portland to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Lawrence is 1538 miles. It takes approximately 26h 49m to drive from Portland to Lawrence.

How do I get a bus ticket from Portland to Lawrence?

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Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 40+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Portland to Lawrence - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Portland to Lawrence by plane, car, bus, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
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1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane PWM - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Lawrencecar
7h 14m
$168–664
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus
2. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
35h 17m
$501–1,053
Bus, train via New York
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
35h 20m
$345–639
Drive 1,528.7 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Lawrencecar 1,528.7 mi
26h 49m
$279–403
Fly to Kansas City, train
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PWM - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 22m
$238–992
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Boston to Newark Penn Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
38h 11m
$256–513

Portland to Lawrence by bus and train

7Weekly Services

35h 17mAverage Duration

$501Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,484.1 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland, ME to Lawrence Bus Stop via Boston, MA - South Station, Boston, Newark Penn Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 38h 11m.

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