Bus from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Newark on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
City of Portland
Newark Penn StationCheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Portland Transportation Center
Penn StationFastest
Amtrak
Portland Transportation Center
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Portland Transportation Center
Penn StationNo tags
Amtrak
Portland Transportation Center
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 5mAverage Duration
456 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$61 - $233Average Duration8h 5m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$103 - $731Average Duration9h 9m
41kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Newark start from $61. The average price for this route is around $116. 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 Newark?

    The average bus travel time from Portland to Newark is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 456 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

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

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

    A bus trip from Portland to Newark 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 Newark?

    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 Newark?

    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 Newark?

    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 Newark?

    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
11-27
$132
11-28
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Today
$280
11-30
$413
12-01
No data
12-02
$99
12-03
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12-04
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $55

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $1,203 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-04.

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 Newark, NJ?

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