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The best way to travel to and from Portland, if coming from away, is by plane. If you are within 6 or 7 hours, driving would be a good way also.
If you only want to stay withing Portland, there is really no need to rent a car. You can walk, take a taxi, or ride a bus. However, if you want to see other places outside of Portland (Kennebunkport, Freeport, Boothbay Harbor, are some good choices), you will definitely need a rental car.
Written Aug 26, 2002
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We flew - as usual... but you could drive there, or take a boat.
A car is a must - there is no public transportation (well, there are a few buses, but not enough to enjoy all the sights). We rented a car - and it was easy to find our way around, and it enabled us to go further south to see some of the lighthouses!
Written Aug 25, 2002
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Car and Plane are probably the two best ways to get to Portland Maine
Well, we had a car with us but you can also catch a cab. That worked out well, especially when we were going out to the bars!!
Written Aug 24, 2002
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If you have the means, drive this Ferrari Modena that we saw parked neatly in front of a hotel in Portland. Sweet car!
Written Aug 25, 2002
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An easy drive on rt 95 which is the same as 195,295, and the Maine Turnpike.
Cars are easy, because every one drives 2 speeds: slow, and stop :)
Written Aug 25, 2002
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From Quebec : take the route 173 (CND). Cross the border after Saint George. Follow the route 201 (US) which merges with the I 95 at Fairfield.
CLICK TO ENLARGE.
Updated Jan 2, 2003
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There're many ways to get to Portland. If you're coming from far away, you can fly into Portland International Jetport. It's a good size airport and is served by a number of airlines. If you're already in New England, it's a fairly easy ride - Portland is only 2 hours from Boston by car or bus, or about 5-6 hours from NYC. Or you can even take The Downeaster train from Boston's North Station.
Updated Dec 25, 2002
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There is a clean modern terminal for Concord Trailways bus service from Boston, Logan , and to Bangor located just off Congress Street the train service leaves from the same terminal to Boston. There is complementary coffee and juice available in the lobby
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Phone: 1 800 639-3317
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Downeaster makes seasonal stops at Old Orchard Beach in season. This is an alternative to route I 95 traffic delays. This sand sculpture of the Downeaster was created at Old Orchard Beach by "the pier"
Written Feb 22, 2003
Phone: 1-800-872-7245
Website: http://gonewengland.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.h
To and from Boston,Ma. this is the way to go.
Written Jun 14, 2003
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