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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | City of Portland | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:14 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go 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 $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Boston and Portland?
Stops in Boston
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA - D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Stops in Portland
- A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Portland start from $28. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Boston to Portland?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Portland is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 161 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Portland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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.
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 a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Portland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Portland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $21To 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 $21 to $59 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 $21 which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Portland, ME?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
