How much does a bus ticket from Portland to Newark cost?

The bus ticket price from Portland to Newark starts at R 744. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Portland to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Portland to Newark?

The average travel time between Portland and Newark is around 8h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 459 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Portland and Newark?

The number of buses from Portland to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Portland to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Portland to Newark?

When taking the bus from Portland to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound.

Bus Portland to Newark from R 714 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Newark on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	Portland (Park & Ride)	9h 10m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	11:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	18:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	10:30	Portland Transportation Center	8h 16m	18:46	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	11:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	18:13	Penn Station	No tags
	10:30	Portland Transportation Center	8h 16m	18:46	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Newark on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	Portland (Park & Ride)	9h 10m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	15:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 46m	13:01	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 58m	11:13	Penn Station	No tags
	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 46m	13:01	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Newark on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	Portland (Park & Ride)	8h 5m	21:50	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	15:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 46m	13:01	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	6h 58m	11:13	Penn Station	No tags
	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 46m	13:01	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Newark on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	Portland (Park & Ride)	8h 5m	21:50	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	17:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	06:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 11m	14:26	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	7h 1m	10:16	Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 11m	14:26	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Newark on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	Portland (Park & Ride)	8h 5m	21:50	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:30	Portland Transportation Center	6h 43m	17:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	06:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 11m	14:26	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	06:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 59m	15:14	Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Portland Transportation Center	8h 11m	14:26	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:44 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 744, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 5mAverage duration

458 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 744 - R 2 930	Average duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 278 - R 9 090	Average duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Bus Portland, ME to Newark, NJ: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 1 190

Average bus trip duration8h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure13:45

Distance458 km

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 349 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Portland to Newark Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Portland and Newark?

Stops in Portland

A - Greyhound Station Portland Maine

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, ME - Newark, NJ

How much does a bus ticket from Portland to Newark cost?
The bus ticket price from Portland to Newark starts at R 744. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Portland to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Portland to Newark?
The average travel time between Portland and Newark is around 8h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 459 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Portland and Newark?
The number of buses from Portland to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Portland to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Portland to Newark?
When taking the bus from Portland to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/11

No data

03/11

R 2 749

Today

R 1 115

05/11

R 1 133

06/11

No data

07/11

R 3 480

08/11

R 2 088

09/11

R 4 265

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 115

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 R 1 115 to R 15 882 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 R 1 133, which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Portland and Newark!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Portland to Newark, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Portland to Newark that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Portland to Newark while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h 5m	Avg priceR 1 190	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time9h 9m	Avg priceR 3 734	Daily departures8

Will you be returning to Portland, ME by bus?

Bus from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME

You can also go to Newark, NJ by train

Train from Portland, ME to Newark, NJ

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