What is the cheapest way to get from South Portland to Boston?

The cheapest way to get from South Portland to Boston is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Portland to Boston?

The fastest way to get from South Portland to Boston is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between South Portland and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Portland to Boston station. However, there are services departing from Sawyer + Broadway and arriving at Boston, MA - South Station via Congress St + Forest Ave and Portland, ME. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between South Portland and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from South Portland to Boston. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from South Portland to Boston?

The distance between South Portland and Boston is 112 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

How do I travel from South Portland to Boston without a car?

The best way to get from South Portland to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs $25 - $55.

How long does it take to get from South Portland to Boston?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from South Portland to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Portland to Boston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the South Portland to Boston train from?

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

Train or bus from South Portland to Boston?

The best way to get from South Portland to Boston is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs $25 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $80 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the South Portland to Boston bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Portland to Boston train arrive?

South Portland to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from South Portland to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Portland to Boston is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from South Portland to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1763+ hotels available in Boston.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
3h 4m
$25–53
Drive 105.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Portland to Bostoncar 105.4 mi
1h 57m
$20–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
4h 8m
$32–78
Bus via City of Portland
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
3h 31m
$20–35

South Portland to Boston by bus

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Distance: 111 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Station hourly. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Amtrak Thruway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–70 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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