The cheapest and fastest buses from Portland, ME to Wells, ME
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, ME to Wells, ME 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 Wells, ME will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portland, ME for Wells, ME on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 35 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.
5:45 PM0h35Portland, ME6:20 PMWells, ME$171One-way0 transfers
5:45 PM0h35Portland, ME6:20 PMWells, ME$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portland, ME to Wells, ME
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, ME to Wells, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, ME to Wells, ME:
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portland, ME to Wells, ME costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Wells, ME take longer:
Train takes on average 41m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (33m by bus vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Portland, ME to Wells, ME Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Portland, ME to Wells, ME bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, ME to Wells, ME buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 PM Portland, Congress St (Greyhound Bus Terminal), ME | 0h35 | 2:20 PM Wells, Sanford Rd (Town Of Wells Transportation Center), ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portland, ME to Wells, ME
Buses from Portland, ME to Wells, ME run on average 1 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:39, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average bus duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 10:39 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Portland, ME to Wells, MEYou can travel by bus between Portland, ME to Wells, ME with Greyhound for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Portland, ME to Wells, ME
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Wells, ME 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 Wells, ME, 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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