The cheapest and fastest buses from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH 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 Portsmouth, NH will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portland, ME for Portsmouth, NH on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
FlixBus11:59 PM0h56Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME12:55 AMPortsmouth, Hanover Station$281One-way0 transfers
1:45 PM1h05Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME2:50 PMPortsmouth, Hanover Station$281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:59 PM0h56Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME12:55 AMPortsmouth, Hanover Station$281One-way0 transfers
1:45 PM1h05Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME2:50 PMPortsmouth, Hanover Station$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -13m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 52m by car) and save roughly $-6.62 (€-5.42) compared to fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $14 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:59AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME | 0h56 | 12:55 AM Portsmouth, Hanover Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:45 PM Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME | 1h05 | 2:50 PM Portsmouth, Hanover Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH
Buses from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 56m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NHYou can travel by bus between Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH with Greyhound for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, NH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH
Most Portland, ME to Portsmouth, NH buses use the Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal) to Portsmouth, Hanover Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portland, ME and Portsmouth, NH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal) from Portland city centre
Getting to Portsmouth, Hanover Station from Portsmouth city centre
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