The cheapest and fastest trains from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 trains that leave North Station, Boston, MA for Saco Station, Saco, ME on Sun, Jun 21, 5 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 trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
699 Downeaster10:30 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA12:35 AMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
693 Downeaster11:50 AM2h05North Station, Boston, MA1:55 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
695 Downeaster3:45 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA5:50 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
697 Downeaster5:20 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA7:25 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$351One-way0 transfers
691 Downeaster8:50 AM2h05North Station, Boston, MA10:55 AMSaco Station, Saco, ME$351One-way0 transfers
697 Downeaster5:20 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA7:25 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$351One-way0 transfers
691 Downeaster8:50 AM2h05North Station, Boston, MA10:55 AMSaco Station, Saco, ME$351One-way0 transfers
699 Downeaster10:30 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA12:35 AMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
693 Downeaster11:50 AM2h05North Station, Boston, MA1:55 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
695 Downeaster3:45 PM2h05North Station, Boston, MA5:50 PMSaco Station, Saco, ME$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Saco Station, Saco, ME take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.26 (€-5.94). The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME train times
The table below shows live departures for North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
693 Downeaster | 11:50 AM North Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 1:55 PM Saco Station, Saco, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
695 Downeaster | 3:45 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 5:50 PM Saco Station, Saco, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
697 Downeaster | 5:20 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 7:25 PM Saco Station, Saco, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
699 Downeaster | 10:30 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 12:35 AM Saco Station, Saco, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
691 Downeaster | 8:50 AM North Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 10:55 AM Saco Station, Saco, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME
Trains from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 2:30 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Amtrak from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME trainsAmtrak trains will get you between North Station, Boston, MA and Saco Station, Saco, ME from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saco Station, Saco, ME, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from North Station, Boston, MA to Saco Station, Saco, ME
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Nashua Street
- The Fours
- Tavern in the Square North Station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $0.50
- Courtyard Boston Downtown/North Station
- citizenM Boston North Station
- The Boxer Boston
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to New Hampshire, Maine, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Subway connections
- Subway: Green Line, Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
