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Portland to Boston Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Portland to Boston?

There are usually 14 daily train trips from Portland to Boston.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£23.33
Avg. Price
£30.89
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
35
Daily Trips
14
Duration
Duration
1h 58m
Duration
3h 42m

Coach from Portland to Boston: Journey Information

There are 35 intercity coaches per day from Portland to Boston. Traveling by coach from Portland to Boston usually takes around 2 hours, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in just one hour and one minute.

Distance99 mi (159 km)
Shortest duration1h 1m
Cheapest price£12.79
Trips per day34
Most frequent serviceConcord Coach Lines
Coach lines3

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Portland to Boston

(Based on 93 ratings and reviews)

4.8

5.0

Abhishek

20 September 2026- Solo travel

Concord Coach Lines

Cons: The platform fees are a bit high. Otherwise, your portal is really useful for comparing different bus services and checking availability. Tips: It’s better to book directly through the bus service, like Concord Coach Lines, rather than through Wanderu. Wanderu charges an additional platform fee.

5.0

Evelyne

14 September 2026- Visiting friends

Concord Coach Lines

Pros: The takeoff was on time. Cons: For me I think everything was perfect since was my first trip to this agency. Tips: Not at all.

5.0

Anna

31 May 2026- Visiting family

Concord Coach Lines

Pros: Everything! Tips: Take the bus!

5.0

ANDRES

16 October 2025- Solo travel

Concord Coach Lines

Amazing experience

5.0

Philip

15 October 2025- Solo travel

Concord Coach Lines

Pros: The driver was very professional and on time. Excellent job. Cons: I am not sure how to answer this question. This was a very nice bus ride compared to other bus companies I have used in the past. Tips: If you want to travel to Boston, Concord bus lines are the way to travel there from Portland Maine.

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How much is a coach ticket from Portland to Boston?

Bus tickets for a trip from Portland to Boston cost £22.16 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Portland to Boston by travel date

£34£23£11OctOct

If you're planning to travel by bus from Portland to Boston in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £22 to £26. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 14 October 2026.

If you’re looking to travel to Boston this week, bus tickets are available starting at £22.

Average coach ticket prices from Portland to Boston by month

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Traveling from Portland to Boston by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £23 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £1.97 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Portland to Boston?

There are 3 bus lines from Portland to Boston available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 33 daily trips, Concord Coach Lines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Concord Coach Lines331h 58m£23.68
FlixBus US22h 1m£18.14
Greyhound12h 30m£21.02

  • Book Concord Coach Lines from Portland to Boston from £21. There are 33 Concord Coach Lines schedules from Portland to Boston and you can expect on average to pay for a Concord Coach Lines ticket to Boston. In Portland, Concord Coach Lines departs to Boston from 100 Thompsons Pt Rd and no other station. In Boston, Concord Coach Lines arrives at South Station Bus Terminal and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Concord Coach Lines from Portland to Boston takes 1 hours and 58 minutes , while the fastest available Concord Coach Lines trip will get you to Boston in 1 hours and 1 minutes .

    On weekends, Concord Coach Lines offers 33 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Boston.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Portland to Boston, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Portland to Boston every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Boston usually start from £13.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Portland to Boston

Three bus companies offer service between Portland, Maine, and Boston: Concord Coach Lines, Greyhound and Megabus.

Concord Coach Lines offers 21 daily trips, which is the most offered by a carrier. The average travel time on a Concord bus is 2 hours, with tickets costing an average of $26.

Greyhound offers 2 daily trips, at an average travel time of 2 hours and 20 minutes. A ticket through Greyhound is around $18, which is the cheapest of the bus companies covering this route.

Megabus offers 9 daily trips, at an average travel time of 1 hour and 57 minutes, the fastest of any bus company covering this route. A bus ticket through Megabus costs an average $18.

Yes, the Amtrak Downeaster travels between Portland and Boston. There are 5 daily routes to Boston from Portland, and tickets average about $24. (For comparison, bus tickets average $13.) Travel time on the Downeaster is about 2 hours and 32 minutes, with the first train of the day departing at 3:00 a.m. and the last train of the day departing at 6:00 p.m.
The best way to get from Portland to Boston is probably by bus. The average travel time for a bus is around 2 hours, which is actually faster than the Amtrak Downeaster, and tickets average $10 less per person. There are 33 buses that cover this route per day, all direct, meaning you have plenty of options to fit your schedule.

The coach takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 99 miles from Portland to Boston. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

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

The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Portland to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 35 scheduled coaches that travel from Portland to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 34 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Portland, ME to Boston, MA; ticket prices start at £19.59.

City Information

Portland

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Portland, ME - POR-1

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Portland is Maine's largest city and, because of that, the main transportation hub in the state. From Portland, travelers can easily reach destinations such as Boston, Albany, and even Gainesville, Texas, by a combination of buses, trains, and ferries. And there’s plenty to do in the city, even if you’re traveling solo.

Since its foundation in 1786, Portland has recovered from no less than four major fires, creating a fascinating blend of old and new. The dedicated Arts District around upper Congress Street has a smattering of important museum collections, including the Portland Museum of Art, the state's oldest public art institution.

The West End hosts the majority of Portland's historic buildings, creating an olde worlde feel. However, the presence of several well-regarded schools and colleges ensures Portland remains one of the most vibrant small cities in the U.S.

After several years of hardship, the Old Port district has once again become the center of the action. Its attractive cobblestone streets and 19th-century red-brick warehouses now contain a selection of on-trend cafes, bars, and boutique stores. At the same time, it's still possible to watch the time-honored tradition of fishermen unloading their lobster pots onto the foreshore.

East of the downtown area, you'll find Munjoy Hill. It's a district with strong Irish and Italian roots, making it one of the best places in Portland to enjoy the authentic cuisine of Italy. It’s no wonder we named Portland one of our top vacation destinations in Maine.

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Portland?

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Main departure station: 100 Thompsons Pt Rd

The Portland Transportation Center is located at 100 Thompsons Pt Rd, about two miles from Portland's Old Port area. Concord Coach Lines coaches and Amtrak's Downeaster trains en route to Boston or Brunswick stop at this station. Inside the station, you'll find plenty of seating, restrooms, vending machines, and information desks for each travel company. In addition, there is plenty of paid parking in front of the station available to passengers.

All coach stations in Portland:

  • 100 Thompsons Pt Rd

  • City of Portland

Where does the coach arrive in Boston?

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Main arrival station: South Station Bus Terminal

The South Station Bus Terminal is Boston's primary intercity bus station, and a major hub for bus companies like Greyhound, OurBus, Concord Coach Lines, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and more. The bus station is directly adjacent to the South Station Train Terminal, making it easy to access the local MBTA public transit, commuter rail, and connections to the airport. At the bus station, you'll find an on-site parking garage, a food court, and free WiFi. Nestled between the Financial District, Chinatown, and the Seaport, South Station is within a short walk from some of Boston's top sights and it is easily accessible by any mode of transportation.

Coach stations in Boston:

  • South Station Bus Terminal

  • Boston Logan Airport

  • Boston South Station - 700 Atlantic Avenue

  • 680 Atlantic Ave

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