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Boston-Portland Bus Schedule

Bus
$30.00
7:30 AM
Logan Intl Airport - Term A
9:55 AM
100 Thompsons Pt Rd
CCC
4.8stars
0 transfers
Bus
$24.00
8:00 AM
South Station Bus Terminal
9:55 AM
100 Thompsons Pt Rd
CCC
4.8stars
0 transfers
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$30.00
9:45 AM
Logan Intl Airport - Term A
12:10 PM
100 Thompsons Pt Rd
CCC
4.8stars
0 transfers
Bus
$24.00
10:15 AM
South Station Bus Terminal
12:10 PM
100 Thompsons Pt Rd
CCC
4.8stars
0 transfers
Bus
$30.00
11:30 AM
Logan Intl Airport - Term A
1:55 PM
100 Thompsons Pt Rd
CCC
4.8stars
0 transfers
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Journey Information

Boston to Portland bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price$23.00
Shortest Duration1h 55m
Trips per day13
Bus lines2

Boston to Portland Route Map

Boston Portland

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. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.

In order to keep 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, $23.00 was the low point for bus fares from Boston to Portland. Buses from Portland to Boston are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $23.00 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 26 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $4.39 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 99 miles (159 kilometers) from Boston, MA to Portland, ME. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour 55 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?

Because many passengers travel from Boston to Portland at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

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

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Boston?

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. 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 13 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Portland every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Massachusetts to Maine without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Portland; ticket prices start at $24.00.

What bus companies travel from Boston to Portland?

There are a couple of bus lines that have daily service from Boston, Massachusetts to Portland, Maine. Of these two services, Concord Coach Lines usually offers more choice, with 15 bus trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Concord Coach Lines152h 10m$26.82
Greyhound12h 26m$28.32

Where does the bus leave from in Boston?

Boston, Massachusetts has two bus stations with service to Portland, Maine:

  • South Station Bus Terminal
  • Logan Intl Airport - Term A

Where does the bus arrive in Portland?

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Portland, Maine:

  • 100 Thompsons Pt Rd
  • Bus Terminal - 950 Congress St

Price trends for buses from Boston to Portland

Average prices by travel date

$30$20$10NovDec

Monthly average prices

$25$20$15$10$5JFMAMJJASOND

Prices as travel date approaches

$50$40$30$20$103020100

bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Boston, MA to Portland, ME
4.8
Based on 28 ratings and 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
Wanderu is the best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best best ...More
Cons
Printed tickets for all.
Tips
Hi Scooter! Hi Kate! Hi P! Hi Igor! Hi Chris! HI DANO! No hi to Mattw. Trip was 🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑🍑 and 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 :) - Jake

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.

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