Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA

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Coach from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA: Journey Information

There are 46 intercity coaches per day from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA. Travelling by coach from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA usually takes around 1 hour and 18 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 5 minutes.

Distance: 51 mi (83 km)
Shortest duration: 5m
Cheapest price: NOK 136.74
Trips per day: 46
Most frequent service: C&J
Coach lines: 3

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Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA Coach Timetable

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA (Based on 32 ratings and reviews)

4.9

5.0

Lily

6 June 2026 - Holiday

C&J

Pros: The bus was clean and spacious. The staff helped me with my bags and helped me to know which terminal I would be in. It was a safe trip to the airport I would consider again if I was in the area.

5.0

Eliza

19 July 2025 - Holiday

C&J

Pros: arrived early , nice staff

5.0

Susannah

6 December 2024 - Business

C&J

Pros: Punctuality Cons: Signs at Logan to direct travelers to street or trains or tickets Tips: Best to travel outside of peak hours if possible

5.0

Saunak

15 March 2024 - Solo travel

C&J

Pros: NA Cons: NA Tips: NA

5.0

Donna

18 December 2023 - Holiday

C&J

Pros: Didn’t have to drive our car to Logan Airport Cons: Nothing

There are several coach options that can take you from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA:

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How much is a coach ticket from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA?

Coach tickets for a trip from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA cost about NOK 235 when you book at the cheapest time, 8 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 132 to NOK 255. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 8 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Boston, MA this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 236.

Average coach ticket prices from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA by month

Travelling from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around NOK 236 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 13.32 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA?

There are 3 coach lines from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 44 daily trips, C&J usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
C&J	44	1h 18m	NOK 249.87
FlixBus US	1	1h 5m	NOK 152.16
Greyhound	1	1h 25m	NOK 159.91

C&J is a family-run coach carrier that provides first-class travel across the Northeast, with stops in New York, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. With free WiFi, extra legroom, and clean toilets, C&J earned the 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for Best Quality Vehicles in 2022. In addition, their green-certified fleet of coaches is among the most efficient in the region and emits the least amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) per traveller compared to any other kind of transport vehicle.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA, and the average ticket for this route costs only NOK 152.16.
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 coach trip from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hour and 25 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Boston, MA usually start from NOK 136.74.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA

There are 46 scheduled coaches that travel from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 18 minutes to cover the 51 miles from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. 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.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The first coach leaves at 0:50 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Portsmouth, NH to Boston, MA, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:50am

Latest coach

10:00pm

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Boston, MA. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Portsmouth

Once a bustling seaport and now a popular summer holiday destination, Portsmouth, New Hampshire is well worth visiting. Just an hour and a half north of Boston, Portsmouth offers an exciting mix of unique history and contemporary experience.

Discover Portsmouth's history at the Strawbery Banke Museum and enjoy 10 acres worth of outdoor exhibits, consisting of tours of historic houses and buildings on their original foundations. Costumed actors will regale you with stories about each location.

For those interested in naval history, Portsmouth offers tours of the USS Albacore, a retired U.S. Navy submarine, as well as a gift shop for all your souvenir needs. Portsmouth is also home to hundreds of restaurants and cafes where you can taste local delicacies or world cuisine to refuel after a day of exploring.

Portsmouth is easily accessible by air, rail, road, and coach. Portsmouth International Airport offers several direct flights from various airports, while Boston's Logan Airport is only an hour south of the town. Amtrak's Downeaster travels to Portsmouth, with a gorgeous route during leaf-peeping season. C&J Bus Lines provide regular stops from Logan Airport and other cities.

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 harbour, 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, travellers 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 Portsmouth, NH?

Main departure station: Portsmouth Transp Ctr - 185 Grafton Rd

The Portsmouth Transportation Center, aka the Portsmouth C&J Bus Station, is on the western side of the city. The station has ample indoor seating, plus screens to display information on upcoming trips. If you head in either direction on I-95, you'll find plenty of convenience stores, restaurants, and cafes if you're looking for some food. Walk just across the street to Pannaway Playground to stretch your legs on one of the many walking trails and green spaces.

All coach stations in Portsmouth, NH:

Portsmouth Transp Ctr - 185 Grafton Rd
Portsmouth Bus Stop

Where does the coach arrive in Boston, MA?

Main arrival station: Logan International Airport (Terminal A1)

Coaches arrive in Boston, MA at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Boston, MA:

Logan International Airport (Terminal A1)
South Station
680 Atlantic Ave

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