Bus from Portland, ME to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Portland to New York City on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
City of Portland
ChinatownCheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Portland Transportation Center
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallFastest
Amtrak
Portland Transportation Center
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Portland Transportation Center
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
City of Portland
New York Port AuthorityNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:58 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
8h 45mAverage Duration
447 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$45 - $219Average Duration8h 45m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$89 - $590Average Duration8h 13m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to New York City 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 Portland to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to New York City start from $45. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Portland to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Portland to New York City is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 447 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Portland to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Portland to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Portland to New York City at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to New York City?

    A bus trip from Portland to New York City generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Portland to New York City?

    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 Portland to New York City?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland to New York City?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to New York City?

    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
11-26
$159
11-27
$102
Today
$118
11-29
$147
11-30
$233
12-01
$93
12-02
$51
12-03
$48
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to New York City was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $48

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $546 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-03.

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 Portland, ME to New York City?

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