What is the travel distance from Newark to Portland?

About 285 miles (459 km) separate Newark and Portland.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Portland?

The majority of buses traveling from Newark to Portland start their journey at Penn Station and wind up at Greyhound Station Portland Maine. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Portland?

Once in Portland, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are International Rose Test Garden, Breweries, Japanese Garden, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and Portland Saturday Market.

Bus Newark to Portland from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Portland on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30am	Newark Penn Station	11h 20m	8:50pm	City of Portland	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:24 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 20mAverage Duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $117	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $311	Average Duration9h 32m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,374 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,328 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Portland?

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Portland

A - Greyhound Station Portland Maine

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME by bus

What is the travel distance from Newark to Portland?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Portland?

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $46 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Portland, ME based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-11-19.