Ride The Amtrak From Maine's Midcoast Through The Southern Coast For Just $14
By Michelle|Published October 05, 2021
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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Taking a trip through multiple towns in Maine is a great way to get a feel for what the state has to offer. It’s oftentimes considered easier to simply choose a base and stay there, but taking the opportunity to explore means understanding even more about any destination. We’ve given you tons of road trips over the years, but today we’re offering a new kind of journey! Hop aboard the Amtrak Downeaster in Maine to see some truly amazing towns.
The Amtrak Downeaster is one of our favorite ways to to see some of the best of Maine!
While Amtrak trains can be found throughout America, the Downeaster offers access to some of the most quintessential New England towns, making it one of the best routes you'll find on their network.
The Maine route from Brunswick to Wells takes about an hour and a half, stopping at some of the most fun towns on the coast. And a one-way ticket starts at just $8!
Start your trip in Brunswick where the train stops right downtown. Grab a snack and a drink and get ready for the ride to Freeport, which takes less than 15 minutes.
The route throughout Maine is so beautiful, you'll wish there was more time between stops. The train in Freeport stops within walking distance of the world-famous outlets. Do some shopping and hop back on to make your way to Portland.
One of Maine's most fantastic cities, Portland offers visitors so much to do, you'll want to spend all day here. The train station is a few miles from the Old Port so you'll want to get a cab or hop on the bus from here.
Portland Transportation Center, Transportation Center, 100 Thompson's Point Road, Portland, ME 04102, USA
From Portland you'll make your way to Old Orchard Beach. This stop is seasonal and runs from mid-spring to mid-fall. The rest of the year, you'll still see some beautiful sights, though.
Old Orchard Beach, 11 1st St, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, USA
From Old Orchard Beach, you'll continue south to Saco where you can walk to Biddeford's shops, art galleries and restaurants. You can even take a shuttle to the University of New England's gorgeous campus.
From Saco, you'll head to Wells before either jumping off and returning to your starting point or continuing on to New Hampshire. Either way, you've got tons of views in store. We love this mode of transportation, and experiencing it in Maine means visiting some of the best towns in New England!
The Amtrak Downeaster runs from Brunswick through New Hampshire and all the way to Boston, making it a great alternative to the car. You can learn more about the train, check schedules and book your trip by visiting the Amtrak Downeaster website. You can see some fun photos and learn about specials and packages by following them on Facebook. If you have specific questions, you can reach the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority on (207) 780-1000, extension x106.
