How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Portland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Portland start from $71. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 Burlington to Portland?

The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Portland is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Burlington to Portland route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Burlington to Portland?

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Portland at 11:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Portland?

A bus trip from Burlington to Portland generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Burlington 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Portland?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Burlington 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington 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.

Bus Burlington to Portland from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Burlington to Portland on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	9h 25m	8:50pm	City of Portland	CheapestFastest
4:58am	Pearl St	17h 47m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
4:58am	Pearl St	17h 47m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	17h 32m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	17h 32m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Portland on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	9h 25m	8:50pm	City of Portland	CheapestFastest
4:58am	Pearl St	17h 47m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
4:58am	Pearl St	17h 47m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	17h 32m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags
5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	17h 32m	10:45pm	Portland Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:41 AM EST.

Get from Burlington to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Portland?

Stops in Burlington

A
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
Visit page
B
Burlington Airport
Visit page
C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Stops in Portland

A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Portland start from $71. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 Burlington to Portland?
The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Portland is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Burlington to Portland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Burlington to Portland?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Portland at 11:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Portland?
A bus trip from Burlington to Portland generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Burlington 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Portland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Burlington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington 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

11/29

$217

11/30

$220

Today

$133

12/02

No data

12/03

No data

12/04

$55

12/05

$52

12/06

$50

The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $50 to $530 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-06.

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.