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

The cheapest way to get from South Portland to Salem is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Portland to Salem is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between South Portland and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from South Portland to Salem. However, there are services departing from Sawyer + Broadway and arriving at Chelsea via Congress St + Forest Ave, City of Portland and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between South Portland and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from South Portland to Salem. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Salem via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from South Portland to Salem?

The distance between South Portland and Salem is 137 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Portland to Salem without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from South Portland to Salem, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Portland to Salem?

The best way to get from South Portland to Salem is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $60 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the South Portland to Salem bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Portland to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Portland to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between South Portland to Salem is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from South Portland to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Salem.

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There are 3 ways to get from South Portland to Salem by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
3h 39m
$54–108
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Portland to Salemcar 94.3 mi
1h 43m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
4h 50m
$23–56

South Portland to Salem by bus and train

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Distance: 136 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from City of Portland to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $17–29 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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