Bus from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 12 December
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
City of Portland
Cheapest
Union Station
City of Portland
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
City of Portland
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 13 December
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Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
City of Portland
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NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
City of Portland
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 15 December
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Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 16 December
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Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 17 December
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Union Station
City of Portland
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Next departures from Washington to Portland on 18 December
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
City of Portland
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Union Station
City of Portland
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Union Station
Portland Transportation Center
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87428 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £56
Greyhound Washington Portland recent customer reviews
Leg space is very less.
Tickets are very expensive
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £83
Based on 11583 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £44
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Portland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Portland start from £56. The average price for this route is around £85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Portland?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Portland is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 481 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Portland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Portland?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Portland at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Portland?
A bus journey from Washington to Portland produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Washington 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Portland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington 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
10/12
£73
11/12
£71
Today
£80
13/12
£76
14/12
£70
15/12
£68
16/12
£56
17/12
£63
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £56
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £56 to £241 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-12-16.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £56
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
