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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Portland. However, there are services departing from Walkers Brook Dr @ New Crossing Rd and arriving at Portland, ME via Boston, MA - South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Portland. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Portland via Haverhill Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Reading to Portland?

The distance between Reading and Portland is 119 miles. The road distance is 96.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Portland without a car is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $25 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Reading to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Portland train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Portland?

The best way to get from Reading to Portland is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $25 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $65 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Reading to Portland bus arrive?

Reading to Portland bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Portland, ME station.

Where does the Reading to Portland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portland is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Reading to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 440+ hotels available in Portland.

Reading to Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MEbus Logan Airport / ...
3h 8m
$26–52
Drive 96 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Portlandcar 96 mi
1h 47m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Haverhilltrain Haverhill Line
2. Take the train from Haverhill Amtrak to Portlandtrain Downeaster
3h 23m
$30–64
Bus via City of Portland
1. Take the bus from Boston to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
3h 58m
$21–42

Reading to Portland by bus, subway, and foot

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, ME hourly. Tickets cost $22–30 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Portland via Haverhill Amtrak in around 3h 23m.

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