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Boston to Portland bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	$1.36
Fastest time	1h 54m
Trips per day	6
Bus lines	2

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Boston-Portland Bus Schedule

$42.18

4:30 PM

South Station Bus Terminal

6:55 PM

Bus Terminal - 950 Congress St

3.4stars

0 transfers

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Overall score for Boston to Portland

4.8

Based on 28 reviews

Based on 18 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Concord Coach Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 93 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.5

Value

3.8

Condition

4.6

Dione

5.0

March 21, 2020Solo travel

Pros

It was easy !!

Cons

My seat was taped with electric tape to secure a tear . Kinda gross

Tips

All in all a nice experience

Emily

5.0

January 3, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

comfy seats, internet worked! also very helpful and friendly drivers

Cons

n/a

Tips

I will travel via bus much more often after this experience; it was lovely and I was able to get a lot of work done!

Rebecca

5.0

December 24, 2019Solo travel

Pros

Relaxing

Cons

Some sort of holder for phones even though they are different sizes. I couldn’t figure out the tray table

Mei

4.0

October 5, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

I could eat a delicious lobster roll! I enjoyed looking at museum.

Cons

I could know Portland shops.

Tips

Most of the shops are closed at 4 or 5 pm. So, you could not look at so many shops.

Jacob

4.0

October 6, 2019Business

Pros

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Cons

Printed tickets for all.

Tips

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Based on 2 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.5

Condition

5.0

Santo

4.0

September 19, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Not having to drive.

Cons

I don’t have a comment

Tips

Won’t be disappointed.

Fred

4.0

July 28, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Ease of booking.

Cons

I booked a Greyhound but found myself with Concord. This meant that the rendezvous station was different from the one I, and those who came to pick me up, was not as expected. This might have been expensive had I pre-booked a taxi to meet me. Please improve communica...More

Based on 8 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

4.6

Value

4.1

Condition

4.6

Cemre

4.0

February 2, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Despite leaving a few minutes after the said departure time, we arrived pretty much on time.

Cons

The bus arrived a few minutes after the departure time, but there was no one or no way for us to be informed about it. Also I wasn’t able to adjust my seat, which was a little inconvenient.

Annalena

5.0

November 3, 2019Vacation

Pros

portland is simply awesome

Cons

can’t think of anything

Jennifer

5.0

August 6, 2019Solo travel

Pros

It was very easy to book and very cheap!! There was a free shuttle from the airport in Boston to the bus terminal and people were very helpful when I got lost!!

Cons

Nothing

Tips

Use wanderu!!

Amy

5.0

July 11, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Family didn’t have to travel 2 hours to pick us up. Easy and comfortable.

Cons

Signs at South Station directing to bus terminal

Tips

Bus station is a separate building at South Station in Boston. Signs were not clear but walk along track 1 from South Station to enter bus terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boston to Portland a good day-trip?

Yes, a trip to Portland, Maine, from Boston is a very doable day-trip. The average travel time is just two hours, meaning you can pack in a full day before returning home. The earliest bus departs for Portland at 5:00 a.m., and the last bus returning to Boston leaves Portland at 7:00 p.m.

Is there a train that goes from Boston to Portland?

Yes, the Amtrak Downeaster provides service from Boston to Portland. Tickets average about $24, and the travel time is 2 hours and 30 minutes, which is slightly longer than most bus trips. There are 4 trains per day that cover this route, all of them direct.

What is the cheapest bus from Boston to Portland?

The cheapest bus from Boston to Portland is a toss-up between Megabus and Greyhound. Both companies provide tickets that cost around $19 on average. The primary difference between the two is that Megabus offers 10 daily schedules, while Greyhound only offers 1. A trip on Greyhound will take approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes, while a trip on Megabus takes about 2 hours flat.

Is it safe to travel by bus from Boston to Portland right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most bus companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. To review the latest news and updates on which companies have reduced routes, visit our COVID-19 Travel Alert.

In order to keep their vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, bus companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

How much is a bus ticket from Boston to Portland?

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $7.67 was the low point for bus fares from Boston to Portland. Buses from Portland to Boston are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $7.67 could be considered a great deal.

The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 28 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $31.47 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 159 kilometers (99 miles) from Boston to Portland. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour 54 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Boston?

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Portland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Portland every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 6 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Portland; ticket prices start at $39.46.

What bus companies travel from Boston to Portland?

There are a couple of bus lines that have daily service from Boston to Portland. Of these two services, Megabus usually offers more choice, with 11 bus trips per day.