Find coaches from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME

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Next departures from Boston to Portland on 12 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Portland (Park & Ride)CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Portland

Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$34Average duration2h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$37 - US$39Average duration2h 30m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 15mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23
Average bus trip duration2h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure18:35
Distance100 miles

Boston to Portland Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Portland from Boston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Portland, ME

  1. How far is Portland from Boston by coach?

    The distance between Boston and Portland by coach is approximately 99 miles (160 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Portland from Boston without a car?

    You can travel to Portland from Boston by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/10
US$22
10/10
US$46
Today
US$32
12/10
US$30
13/10
US$24
14/10
US$20
15/10
US$19
16/10
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on 16 Oct 2025 with a price of US$18

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, ME as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$46 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-10-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Boston and Portland!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to Portland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Boston to Portland.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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