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

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Next departures from Portland to Boston on 13 October
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Portland (Park & Ride)
Boston (South Station)CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Boston

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$30Average duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$29 - US$39Average duration2h 32m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Portland to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 30mAverage duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration2h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:45
Distance100 miles

Portland to Boston Bus

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

  1. How far is Boston from Portland by coach?

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

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

    You can travel to Boston from Portland by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/10
US$26
11/10
US$42
Today
US$28
13/10
US$29
14/10
US$27
15/10
US$30
16/10
US$18
17/10
US$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US 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 Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US 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.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 Portland and Boston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Portland to Boston.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Portland to Boston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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