Bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Boston on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
City of Portland
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$17 - $54Average Duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$29 - $39Average Duration2h 32m
14kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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