Bus from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Boston to Portland on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
City of PortlandCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:58 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 the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 15mAverage Duration
98 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$18 - $49Average Duration2h 15m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$37 - $39Average Duration2h 30m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Portland start from $18. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Portland?

    The average bus trip duration from Boston to Portland is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Portland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Portland?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Portland at 6:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Boston to Portland generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Boston to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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
12/01
$22
12/02
$20
Today
$21
12/04
$18
12/05
$20
12/06
$18
12/07
$19
12/08
$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $15

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 $15 to $22 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 $15 which is on 2025-12-08.

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