How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Boston start at R 335. The average price for this route is around R 370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Boston?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Boston is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 159 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Boston route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Boston at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Boston produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Portland to Boston?

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 5733 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland to Boston?

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 Portland to Boston?

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 Portland to Boston from R 167 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Boston on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:45	City of Portland	2h 30m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:14 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 335, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 30mAverage duration

159 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 335 - R 829	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 469 - R 642	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Boston?

Stops in Portland

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

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

According to 13 reviews, Greyhound received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the departure location. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 335

Greyhound Portland Boston recent customer reviews

Late by 2 hours to pick us up. 3 hour journey as the driver didn’t know where the drop off point was, having to ask a passenger to use their GPS on their phone to locate it. On top of which the bus was full, with limited space for luggage and sadly smelt extremely badly.

John W.

13 September 2019

Electric outlets didn't work. Both counter staff and driver seemed unhappy. Late leaving, late arriving. Won't be taking greyhound again.

Ashley G.

29 August 2019

The bus was wicked hot. A woman went to the bus driver and asked him to turn down the heat. He did right away. Great drivers!

Barbara Z.

9 December 2016

Amtrak

4/55 749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Boston start at R 335. The average price for this route is around R 370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Boston?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Boston is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 159 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Boston at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Boston?
A bus trip from Portland to Boston produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Portland to Boston?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland to Boston?
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 Portland to Boston?
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

20/01

R 359

21/01

R 342

Today

R 301

23/01

R 342

24/01

R 317

25/01

R 326

26/01

R 250

27/01

R 242

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 242

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 242 to R 359 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 242, which is on 2026-01-27.