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South Portland travel guide

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With a population of 25,002, South Portland is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. South Portland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in South Portland

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tuscan Table (390 Gorham Rd) and North43Bistro (1 Springpoint Drive) are great picks.

When to visit South Portland

South Portland in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Portland in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to South Portland

Plane

When flying to South Portland, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Portland include JetBlue, Delta and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to South Portland departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Portland. The train journey from South Portland to Boston takes 2h 30m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $366 for a 24h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Portland is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 98 miles from South Portland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to South Portland, including Concord Coach Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Boston, the bus ride to South Portland takes 115 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 360 miles. South Portland’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to South Portland, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Portland include JetBlue, Delta and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to South Portland departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Portland. The train journey from South Portland to Boston takes 2h 30m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $366 for a 24h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Portland is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 98 miles from South Portland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to South Portland, including Concord Coach Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Boston, the bus ride to South Portland takes 115 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 360 miles. South Portland’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Airports near South Portland

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving South Portland

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Portland

Average rates range from around $174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $939 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Portland

Most booked hotels in South Portland

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Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1164 reviews)
$385+
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Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 657 reviews)
$202+
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Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1638 reviews)
$258+
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Aloft Portland, Me
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 542 reviews)
$270+
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Home2 Suites By Hilton Portland Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 534 reviews)
$208+
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Comfort Inn Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8, 906 reviews)
$134+
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Renting a car in South Portland

Renting a car in South Portland costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in South Portland.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in South Portland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in South Portland is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in South Portland costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in South Portland.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in South Portland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in South Portland is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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