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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
Major family attraction with marine habitats, nature exhibits, and conservation programs linked to Virginia's coastal ecosystems.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Virginia Beach, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1742 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1742, while a flight costs an average of kr7211.
Distance: 558 miles (899 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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kr1742 Average price Cheapest | kr7211 Average price |
17h 35m Average total duration 17h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Portland, ME to Virginia Beach, VA:
A bus is kr5469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, ME to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average kr7211.
Other travel options to Virginia Beach, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 5m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:59AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 19h31 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr1206 |
Operator Concord Coach Lines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 37h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr1628 |
Operator Concord Coach Lines | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price kr1628 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr1800 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 18h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr963 |
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Buses from Portland, ME to Virginia Beach, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr1742 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 14:45. The fastest bus covers the 558 miles (899 km) distance in 17h 5m.
Distance 558 miles (899 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price kr1742 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 5m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 2:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Major family attraction with marine habitats, nature exhibits, and conservation programs linked to Virginia's coastal ecosystems.
Historic coast guard station museum interpreting shipwrecks, surfing, and lifesaving history at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
Contemporary art museum featuring changing exhibitions, sculpture gardens, and strong regional programming near the resort area.
Classic three-mile oceanfront promenade for walking, biking, people-watching, festivals, and direct beach access.
Popular district combining beach access, nightlife, shops, and seasonal events; the city's main visitor hub.
Large state park with forested trails, dune landscapes, bay shoreline, and major significance as the first English landing area.
Fresh Lynnhaven oysters from local waters, prized for their clean, briny flavor and deep Tidewater history tied to the Chesapeake Bay region.
Virginia-style crab cakes highlight sweet blue crab with minimal filler, reflecting the coastal seafood traditions shared across Hampton Roads.
She-crab soup is a rich regional bisque made with crab meat, roe, and cream, long associated with coastal Virginia and nearby Chesapeake cuisine.
Established oceanfront seafood house known for she-crab soup, crab cakes, and a relaxed upstairs dining room with local coastal character.
Well-known local favorite for breakfast and brunch, especially oversized biscuits and Southern comfort dishes in a busy, friendly setting.
Upscale steak and seafood restaurant at the Cavalier, known for refined service, classic chops, and polished historic hotel atmosphere.
Moderate for a U.S. beach city: hotels rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and most visitors need a car, adding parking or ride costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or about 10% at cafes if service is not included.
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