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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Lowell is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Lowell is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Lowell?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Lowell. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Lowell?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Lowell. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Lowell via Anderson/Woburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Portland to Lowell?

The distance between Portland and Lowell is 116 miles. The road distance is 98.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Lowell without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $55 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Portland to Lowell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Lowell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Lowell train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Lowell?

The best way to get from Portland to Lowell is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $55 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Portland to Lowell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Lowell train arrive?

Portland to Lowell train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Woburn Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Lowell?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Lowell is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Portland to Lowell.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowell?

There are 121+ hotels available in Lowell.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
3h 12m
$58–94
Drive 98.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Lowellcar 98.1 mi
1h 44m
$17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Centerbus Greyhound US0256S
3h 40m
$26–51
Train, line 1 bus, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from Portland to Haverhill Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from Washington Square Transit Center, Haverhill to McG Bbus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from McG B to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center, Lowellbus 24
3h 47m

Portland to Lowell by train (Amtrak)

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Lowell, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Woburn Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland, ME to Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Center via Boston, MA - South Station and Boston in around 3h 40m.

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