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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Reading is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Reading. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Salem St opp Manning St via Oak Grove Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Reading. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Reading via Haverhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Portland to Reading?

The distance between Portland and Reading is 103 miles. The road distance is 96.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $29 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Portland to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Reading?

The best way to get from Portland to Reading is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $29 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $55 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Portland to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portland to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Reading is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Portland to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1409+ hotels available in Reading.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Haverhill Amtraktrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Haverhill to Readingtrain Haverhill Line
3h 18m
$29–64
Drive 95.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Readingcar 95.8 mi
1h 47m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
3h 28m
$25–51
Bus via City of Portland
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
3h 36m
$20–39

Portland to Reading by train

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Portland to Reading via Haverhill in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, 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.

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