Explore Maine by Region - Greater Portland & Casco Bay
The Greater Portland & Casco Bay Region is home to Maine's largest metropolitan area, which sits right in beautiful Casco Bay, a gateway to historic forts and lighthouses. Here, you'll find more transportation options than anywhere in the state. Explore the islands that dot the coastline - or visit shops, galleries and restaurants that line the city's streets.
Air Travel
Portland International Jetport (PWM)
Maine?s largest airport is served by many major domestic and international carriers and is conveniently located just five miles from downtown Portland. The newly renovated facility offers a wide variety of ground transportation options as well as flight connections to other Maine destinations.
Website | 207-874-8877
Biking
Greater Portland & Casco Bay by Bike
In Greater Portland & Casco Bay, cyclists can expect a visit filled with scenic beauty, recreational opportunities and a wealth of historic, culinary and cultural attractions.
Bus Transportation
BSOOB Transit
Inter-city service between Biddeford and Portland, via Old Orchard Beach, Scarborough and the Maine Mall (South Portland).
Website | 207-282-5408
BusBank
The BusBank is a nationwide charter bus service that is able to offer a wide variety of options from mini bus service to full size coach buses. The BusBank can handle groups from 15 passengers up to large events of tens of thousands. The BusBank services all regions of Maine.
Website | 1-866-428-7226
Concord Coach Lines
These buses provide daily service to and from Boston's South Station and Logan Airport and 12 Maine communities, including Portland, Brunswick, Bangor, Orono and a number of coastal towns.
Website | 1-800-639-3317
Custom Coach and Limousine
Custom Coach and Limousine's fleet consists of executive sedans, vans, stretch limousines, SUVs, mini coaches, school buses, 29, 49 and 57 passenger Motorcoaches and our all new 20 passenger Limousine-Party Coach.
Website | 1-800-585-3589
Freeport Transit Inc
A private, for-profit corporation that provides public transportation services in Cumberland County. Freeport Transit provides door-to-door services utilizing agency vans for MaineCare eligible appointments. Freeport Transit operates Monday through Friday.
207-865-9400 | 207-865-9494
GO Maine Commuter Connections
This free commuter assistance program provides services to commuters who live, work, or travel throughout the State of Maine. Emergency Ride Home Guarantee.
Website | 1-800-280-RIDE (7433)
Greyhound Lines
This line provides daily service from Bar Harbor (seasonal), Bangor, Waterville, Augusta, Lewiston, Brunswick, Portland and Wells to Boston?s South Station with direct thru service to and from New York City.
Website | 1-800-231-2222
Independent Transportation Network
The Independent Transportation Network (ITN) is a non-profit transportation service for seniors and people with visual impairments. The ITN uses automobiles and both paid and volunteer drivers to provide door-to-door service, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
Website | 207-854-0505
Maine Charter Bus Rental Services - US Coachway Inc.
US Coachway Inc. offers charter bus service nationally and throughout Maine.
Website | 1-800-359-5991
Mermaid Transportation
Mermaid can provide specially equipped wheel chair lift vans that can also accommodate ambulatory passengers. These vans can serve locally or out of state. All Mermaid drivers are trained to operate these specially equipped vans. Mermaid also offers airport and train station shuttles and charters.
Website | 1-800-696-2463
Metro
METRO is owned and operated by the Greater Portland Transit District, and provides public fixed route transportation in Portland, Westbrook, Falmouth Crossing and the Maine Mall area of South Portland. METRO operates seven days a week.
Website | 207-774-0351
Northeast Charter & Tour
Northeast Charter & Tour Co., Inc. offers extensive passenger transportation services, ranging from passenger vans for airport shuttle service, minibus, to a full 56-passenger charter bus.
Website | 1-888-593-6328
Regional Transportation Program (RTP)
A private, non-profit corporation that provides public transportation services in Cumberland County. RTP provides door-to-door service utilizing agency buses and vans, volunteer drivers, and the family and friends reimbursement program for MaineCare eligible appointments, and also provided commuter service to BIW.
Website | 207-774-2666 | 1-800-244-0704
South Portland Bus
Owned and operated by the City of South Portland, and provides public fixed-route transit service throughout South Portland, the Scarborough Gallery shopping area and downtown Portland. South Portland Bus Service operates 7 days a week. ADA Accessible service provided by Regional Transportation Program (RTP) through their ADAPT program.
Website | 207-767-5556
VIP Charter Coach
Established in 1985, V.I.P. specializes in motorcoach tours and charters of all kinds serving the United States and Canada. VIP also services USM Portland-Gorham.
Website | 207-772-4457
Car & Driving
Explore Maine by Car
Sometimes, the only way to get to your destination is by car. In fact, some of the most beautiful and remote areas of the state can only be reached by driving. Make the most of the ride by traveling along one of many scenic byways that wind through the state. And if you need directions or lodging along the way, checkout our information on Maine's Visitor Information Centers.
Independent Transportation Network
The Independent Transportation Network (ITN) is a non-profit transportation service for seniors and people with visual impairments. The ITN uses automobiles and both paid and volunteer drivers to provide door-to-door service, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
Ferry Service
Casco Bay Lines
Owned and operated by the Casco Bay Island Transit District, provides public fixed-route ferry service from Portland to six islands in Casco Bay. Casco Bay Lines operates seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Website | 207-774-7871
Chebeague Transportation
The Chebeauge Transportation Company operates a ferry between Great Chebeague Island in Casco Bay and Cousins Island. Cousins Island is connected to mainland Yarmouth, Maine by a bridge. The ferry takes about 15 minutes each way.
Website | 207-846-3700
Cliff Island
A tiny island off the coast of Portland. Approximately 60 residents live on the island year-round. Accessible via ferry, the community offers a relaxing summer respite for those on the mainland.
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Great Chebeague Island
Located in Casco Bay off Portland, the Town is comprised of seventeen islands and their adjacent waters. Great Chebeague, the largest island in the town, has a long history of habitation ranging from thousands of years of contact with Native Americans to several centuries of settlement by folks descended from the early New England settlers.
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Great Diamond Island
One of several islands in Casco Bay accessible by Casco Bay Lines in Portland. Great Diamond Island is an island in Casco Bay, Maine. It is part of the city of Portland, Maine. As of the 2000 census, the island had a year-round population of 77. The island is not easily accessible by motor vehicle and has a limited network of roads. The primary modes of transportation are golf carts and bicycles. This fact has become a selling point for the island, marketing the area as "car free" and "kid friendly."[1] The island was used as a military base starting in the late 1800s and continuing through World War II. After the base was decommissioned, the bunkers and residences were left idle for over 30 years before being developed and sold to private citizens.
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Little Chebeague Island
Little Chebeague is connected to Great Chebeague Island at low tide by a narrow sandbar. Both islands are part of the Town of Cumberland. The island gets few visitors as it is an undeveloped park by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands. Picnicing, camping and swimming are allowed, but there are no facilities. Great Chebeague Island is accessible by Ferry.
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Little Diamond Island
One of several islands in Casco Bay accessible by Casco Bay Lines in Portland.
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Long Island
Long Island, located in Casco Bay, is one of Maine?s 14 islands with year round communities. Located six miles off the coast of Portland, the only access to the island is by a 45-minute ferry ride or by private boat. The island is three miles long and one mile wide, and has a winter population of 200, swelling to over 1000 in the summer. Many residents, summer and winter, work in the lobster industry.
Website | 207-766-5820
Train Travel
Downeaster, The
The Amtrak Downeaster is your car-free connection to exciting destinations, from Brunswick to Boston and points in between. One-way fares range from $6-$29. Start planning your trip today!
Website | 1-800-USA-RAIL - Train info | 207-780-1000 - Office
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