Bus from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Burlington to Portland on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Centre
City of PortlandCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:41 AM EST.

Get from Burlington to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 25mAverage Duration
157 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Portland start from $71. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 Burlington to Portland?

    The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Portland is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Burlington to Portland?

    The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Portland at 11:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.

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

    A bus trip from Burlington to Portland generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Burlington 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Portland?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Burlington to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Burlington 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.

Best price found
11/26
$174
11/27
$117
Today
$138
11/29
$217
11/30
$220
12/01
No data
12/02
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12/03
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $117

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $117 to $365 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $217 which is on 2025-11-29.

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