Fall River to Portland, Maine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.7 miles 229.7 km · straight line
178.4 miles estimated 287.1 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Fall River from Portland, Maine?

The distance from Fall River to Portland, Maine is 142.7 miles (229.7 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Maine is located NNE of Fall River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 178.4 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Fall River in Massachusetts and Portland, Maine in Maine.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fall River and Portland, Maine. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fall River to Portland, Maine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fall River & Portland, Maine

Quick Facts

Fall River
41.70°N, 71.16°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
Portland, Maine
43.66°N, 70.26°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 174.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients