How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Boston start from $17. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Portland to Boston?

The average bus trip duration from Portland to Boston is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 99 miles (159 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Boston at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Boston?

A bus trip from Portland to Boston generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Portland to Boston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Boston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Portland to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Portland to Boston from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:45pm	City of Portland	2h 30m	4:15pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:42 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

99 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $54	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$29 - $39	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Boston?

Stops in Portland

A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 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.

Greyhound Portland Boston recent customer reviews

Late by 2 hours to pick us up. 3 hour journey as the driver didn’t know where the drop off point was, having to ask a passenger to use their GPS on their phone to locate it. On top of which the bus was full, with limited space for luggage and sadly smelt extremely badly.

John W.

September 13, 2019

Electric outlets didn't work. Both counter staff and driver seemed unhappy. Late leaving, late arriving. Won't be taking greyhound again.

Ashley G.

August 29, 2019

The bus was wicked hot. A woman went to the bus driver and asked him to turn down the heat. He did right away. Great drivers!

Barbara Z.

December 9, 2016

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Boston start from $17. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Portland to Boston?
The average bus trip duration from Portland to Boston is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 99 miles (159 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Boston at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Boston?
A bus trip from Portland to Boston generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Portland to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Portland to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/06

$21

12/07

$22

Today

$18

12/09

$15

12/10

$14

12/11

$14

12/12

$16

12/13

$15

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $22 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-10.