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The cheapest and fastest buses from Portland, ME to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$21

Average price

$54

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 43 m

Buses per day

20

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast buses

Of the 20 buses that leave Portland, ME for Boston, MA on Wed, Jun 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Greyhound
01:45PM2h30
Portland, Marginal Way (Park & Ride), ME
04:15PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
$211One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak8273 AMTRAK · 93 Northeast Regional
06:15AM3h09
Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
09:24AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$481One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak8244 AMTRAK · 171 Northeast Regional
04:15AM4h01
Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
08:16AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$481One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak8242 AMTRAK · 95 Northeast Regional
03:15AM2h59
Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
06:14AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$481One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak8256 AMTRAK · 67 Northeast Regional
03:30PM3h20
Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
06:50PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$481One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Portland, ME to Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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€33

Average price

€33

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3h 50m

Average duration

3h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

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Fastest

2h 32m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Portland, ME to Boston, MA bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, June 24
Last updated at 5:32 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greyhound5:45 PM Portland, Marginal Way (Park & Ride), ME
2h30
8:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station0 transfersDirect
amtrak8256 AMTRAK · 67 Northeast Regional7:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h20
10:50 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8269 AMTRAK · 179 Northeast Regional7:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h22
11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8269 AMTRAK · 67 Northeast Regional7:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h20
10:50 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Wednesday, June 25
amtrak8242 AMTRAK · 95 Northeast Regional7:15 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
2h59
10:14 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8244 AMTRAK · 171 Northeast Regional8:15 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h01
12:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8244 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2155 Acela8:15 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h04
11:19 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8273 AMTRAK · 93 Northeast Regional10:15 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h09
1:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8275 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2163 Acela11:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h41
3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8275 AMTRAK · 173 Northeast Regional11:30 AM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h14
3:44 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8277 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2163 Acela12:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
2h41
3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8277 AMTRAK · 173 Northeast Regional12:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h14
3:44 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8279 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2167 Acela1:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h40
5:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8279 AMTRAK · 137 Northeast Regional1:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h11
5:41 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8248 AMTRAK · 137 Northeast Regional2:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h11
5:41 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8263 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2169 Acela3:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
2h35
6:05 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8263 AMTRAK · 175 Northeast Regional3:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
3h49
7:19 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8265 AMTRAK · 177 Northeast Regional5:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h04
9:34 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8271 AMTRAK · 177 Northeast Regional5:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
4h04
9:34 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
amtrak8265 AMTRAK+amtrak_acela2173 Acela5:30 PM Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME
2h49
8:19 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA

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Buses from Portland, ME to Boston, MA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
98 miles (158 km)
Average bus duration
3h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$31 (€25)
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
08:15
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA

Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus buses will get you from Portland, ME to Boston, MA from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from Portland, ME to Boston, MA bus information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: $31
  • Amtrak frequency: 5 a day

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Popular bus stations from Portland, ME to Boston, MA

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Boston
The major bus station for departures in Portland is Portland, Marginal Way (Park & Ride). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portland, Marginal Way (Park & Ride) for your trip from Portland to Boston.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Boston is Boston, Bus Terminal South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station for your trip to Boston from Portland.
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