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From Alexandria to Portland

How to get from Alexandria to Portland

The fastest way to travel from Alexandria to Portland takes approximately 899 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use bus, train and subway. We found 6 route options for you.

Fastest Route
899 min 945.6 km
6 transfers
1 min
A11
2 min
A40
3 min
D30
5 min
Acela
2 min
Orange Line
2 min
Downeaster
2 min
70
2 min
Departs from: S Washington St+King St
Walking: 19 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take A11 Bus
Direction: North to Pentagon
From S Washington St+King St to 15 St S+S Fern St (36 stops, 22 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 15 St S+S Fern St
4
Take A40 Bus
Direction: East to L'Enfant Plaza
From 15 St S+S Fern St to D St Sw+6 St Sw (5 stops, 18 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to D St Sw+7 St Sw
6
Take D30 Bus
Direction: North to Fort Totten
From D St Sw+7 St Sw to N Capitol St Ne+E St Ne (10 stops, 17 min)
7
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Washington Union Station
8
Take Acela Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station to Boston (9 stops, 393 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Back Bay
10
Take Orange Line Subway
Direction: Oak Grove
From Back Bay to North Station (5 stops, 8 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Boston
12
Take Downeaster Train
Direction: Brunswick
From Boston to Saco Amtrak Station (6 stops, 125 min)
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Saco Transportation Center
14
Take 70 Bus
Direction: 70 Zoom Express Biddeford TO Portland
From Saco Transportation Center to Congress St + Center St (4 stops, 39 min)
15
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Portland

Public transport stations close to Alexandria

Alexandria is located in Alexandria and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Alexandria:

  • S Washington St+King St
  • King St + N Washington St
  • N Washington St+King St
  • King St + S Washington St

Public transport stations close to Portland

Portland is located in Alexandria and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Portland:

  • Portland Public Library
  • Congress ST + ELM St
  • Congress St + Center St
  • Congress ST + Center St
Alternative Route
1126 min 939.6 km
4 transfers
1 min
Kst
5 min
Northeast Regional
2 min
Orange Line
2 min
Downeaster
2 min
70
2 min
Departs from: King St + N Washington St
Walking: 14 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to King St + N Washington St
2
Take Kst Bus
Direction: KST to KING ST-OLD TOWN STA
From King St + N Washington St to King St-Old Town Station (Bay E) (6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Alexandria
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Boston
From Alexandria to Boston (18 stops, 766 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Back Bay
6
Take Orange Line Subway
Direction: Oak Grove
From Back Bay to North Station (5 stops, 8 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Boston
8
Take Downeaster Train
Direction: Brunswick
From Boston to Saco Amtrak Station (6 stops, 125 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Saco Transportation Center
10
Take 70 Bus
Direction: 70 Zoom Express Biddeford TO Portland
From Saco Transportation Center to Congress St + Center St (4 stops, 39 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Portland

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Alexandria to Portland.

How do I travel from Alexandria to Portland in Alexandria?
The quickest journey from Alexandria to Portland takes approximately 899 minutes via the A11 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Portland from Alexandria?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1126 minutes using the Kst bus line.
Can I get directly from Alexandria to Portland without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 899 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Alexandria and Portland?
The A11 line provides bus service between S Washington St+King St and Congress St + Center St in Alexandria.
What is the journey time from Alexandria to Portland by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Portland in Alexandria takes approximately 899 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Alexandria to Portland?
Board the A11 bus at S Washington St+King St station, located near Alexandria in Alexandria.
Which station is closest to Portland?
The nearest stop to Portland is Congress St + Center St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Alexandria.

Travel Tips

  • Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
  • Check real-time departure information at the station
  • Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
  • For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services

Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.