How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Portland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Portland start from $211. The average price for this route is around $434. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Portland?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Portland is 3d 23h, covering a distance of 4073 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Portland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Portland?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Portland at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Portland?

A bus trip from Boston to Portland generates an estimated 102 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Portland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Portland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Portland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Portland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Portland from $289 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Portland on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	4d 5h	9:45pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Boston to Portland on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	4d 10h	8:55am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	4d 5h	9:45pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	6:00am	Boston (South Station)	4d 5h	8:55am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:08 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 3 days, 23 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $211, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3d 23hAverage Duration

4073 kmDistance

102kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$211 - $1,351	Average Duration3d 23h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$331 - $5,251	Average Duration4d 5h	CO₂ emissions 371kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Portland?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Portland

A
Portland Airport
Visit page
B
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
Visit page
C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,546 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Portland start from $211. The average price for this route is around $434. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Portland?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Portland is 3d 23h, covering a distance of 4073 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Portland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Portland?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Portland at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Portland?
A bus trip from Boston to Portland generates an estimated 102 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Portland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Portland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-05

$647

12-06

$830

Today

$687

12-08

No data

12-09

No data

12-10

$427

12-11

$421

12-12

$511

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $421

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $421 to $830 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $421 which is on 2025-12-11.