Montreal to Portland, Maine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

206.7 miles 332.7 km · straight line
258.4 miles estimated 415.9 km · driving distance
5h 12min estimated drive time
CAD 42 - CAD 52 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
127° SE bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Portland, Maine?

The distance from Montreal to Portland, Maine is 206.7 miles (332.7 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Maine is located SE of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 258.4 miles, taking about 5h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Montreal is in Quebec, Canada, while Portland, Maine is in Maine, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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 Montreal to Portland, Maine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 12min CAD 42 - CAD 52 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 14min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 56min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Portland, Maine

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m 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 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 120.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients