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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | City of Portland | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | City of Portland | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | City of Portland | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | City of Portland | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | City of Portland | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Portland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Portland?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Portland
- A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Portland, ME 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 Chicago to Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Portland start from $136. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Chicago to Portland?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Portland is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1429 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Portland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Portland?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Portland at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Portland?
A bus trip from Chicago to Portland generates an estimated 36 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 Chicago to Portland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Portland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago 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 Chicago to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Portland, ME was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $186To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Portland, ME, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $186 to $300 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2026-01-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Portland, ME?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
