How to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Providence, RI to Portland, ME

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Portland, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, and a bus costs an average of €34.

Distance: 139 miles (225 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is a train with an average price of €47.

This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Portland, ME:

A train is €0.33 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Providence, RI to Portland, ME costing on average €48.

A train is €408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Portland, ME costing on average €455.

The fastest way to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Portland, ME take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 16m.

Flight takes on average 10h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Providence, RI and Portland, ME including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Providence, RI to Portland, ME among Omio's users.

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from Providence, RI to Portland, ME

How to get from Providence, RI to Portland, ME by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak
    1:40 AM3h30
    Providence, RI
    5:10 AMPortland, ME
    331One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak
    1:40 AM3h30
    Providence, RI
    5:10 AMPortland, ME
    331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak
    1:40 AM3h30
    Providence, RI
    5:10 AMPortland, ME
    331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak
    1:31 AM3h39
    Providence, RI
    5:10 AMPortland, ME
    371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak
    12:40 AM3h30
    Providence, RI
    4:10 AMPortland, ME
    381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak
    7:32 PM4h43
    Providence, RI
    12:15 AMPortland, ME
    421One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME

Travel to Portland, ME easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Providence, RI to Portland, ME.

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There are 3 options to travel between Providence, RI and Portland, ME including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is a train with an average price of €47.

This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Portland, ME:

A train is €0.33 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Providence, RI to Portland, ME costing on average €48.

A train is €408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Portland, ME costing on average €455.

The fastest way to travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Portland, ME take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 16m.

Flight takes on average 10h 32m.

The distance from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is approximately 139 miles (225 km).
The average frequency per day from Providence, RI to Portland, ME is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Providence, RI and Portland, ME as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Providence, RI to Portland, ME:
  • Trains mostly depart from Providence Station, Providence, RI and arrive in Portland Transportation Center, Portland, ME.
  • Flights mostly depart from T. F. Green International Airport and arrive in Portland International Jetport.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Long Wharf (Boston), MA and arrive in Salem, MA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Providence, RI to Portland, ME, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Portland, ME by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Portland, ME by train.
Omio customers who travel from Providence, RI to Portland, ME often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, New York, NY, Portsmouth, NH, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portland, ME and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portland, ME to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Portland, ME, you can enjoy a craft beer tour sampling local brews, take a scenic ferry ride to the nearby Casco Bay Islands, and visit the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine. Attend a live performance at the historic State Theatre or explore the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum. Visit sights like the Portland Head Light at Fort Williams Park, the vibrant Old Port district, the Eastern Promenade with its panoramic views, the Portland Museum of Art, and the intricate Victoria Mansion.
For a well-rounded experience in Portland, ME, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its vibrant arts district, historic Old Port, and scenic waterfront.

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