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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Melrose is to drive which costs $18 - $26 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Melrose is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $18 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Melrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Melrose. However, there are services departing from City of Portland and arriving at Main St @ E Emerson St via Oak Grove Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Melrose?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Melrose. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Melrose/Cedar Park via Haverhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Portland to Melrose?

The distance between Portland and Melrose is 117 miles. The road distance is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Melrose without a car is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs $20 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Portland to Melrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Melrose bus from?

Portland to Melrose bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from City of Portland station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Melrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Melrose?

The best way to get from Portland to Melrose is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs $20 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $65 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Portland to Melrose bus arrive?

Portland to Melrose bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Portland to Melrose train arrive?

Portland to Melrose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Haverhill Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Portland to Melrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Melrose is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Portland to Melrose.

Where can I stay near Melrose?

There are 1467+ hotels available in Melrose.

Portland to Melrose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 104 bus

How to get fromPortland to Melrose

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
3h 2m
$20–39
Drive 98.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Melrosecar 98.4 mi
1h 45m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Portland to Haverhill Amtraktrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Haverhill to Melrose/Cedar Parktrain Haverhill Line
3h 30m
$29–64
Bus, line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Logan International Airportbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport to Malden Centerbus 104
3h 46m
$25–39

Portland to Melrose by bus, foot, and subway

15Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portland to Melrose.

Launch map view

Distance: 116.7 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from City of Portland to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Melrose/Cedar Park via Haverhill in around 3h 30m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.