It’s easy to reach Maine — and explore Maine — via bus. The state’s extensive bus network includes national inter-city lines as well as a wide variety of city and regional bus lines providing local and inter-city service. Many recreational areas are served by free shuttle bus and trolley services. And four"Explorer" buses operate in the key transportation areas of Southern Coast (Shoreline Explorer), Carrabassett Valley(Sugarloaf Explorer), Bethel (Mountain Explorer)and Mt. Desert Island/Acadia National Park (Island Exporer) to serve visitors.

Buses, shuttles and carpooling services also provide commuters with numerous options to help them reduce their reliance on personal vehicles. All in all, bus travel in Maine is a reliable and convenient way to go.

Your bus transportation options include:

• Transit Alternatives in Greater Portland
  
  
• ADA Transit Services in Maine
  The following providers offer ADA complementary paratransit services
  
  
• Intercity Buses

Intercity buses provide important local, national and international transportation links throughout the state of Maine.


• Fixed Route Buses

These transit systems offer regularly scheduled bus service throughout Maine. The most frequent and extensive service can be found in the state's larger cities.


• Demand Response Buses

Located throughout the state, Demand Response providers offer “door-to-door” services with advance reservations


• Charter Buses
  These providers offer tours and chartered excursions to locations within and outside of Maine, including Canada and other parts of the United States.

Publications
	MaineDOT Transit Toolkit Download the MaineDOT Transit Toolkit in PDF. The booklet is an interactive workbook featuring a needs assessment, resources for seniors, Department of Human Services information, and a comprehensive list ofregional transit providers. * If you do not have Adobe’s Acrobat Reader, you can download it for free.
	Maine Transit Directory Download the Maine Transit Directory in PDF. The booklet features information on all transit providers. * If you do not have Adobe’s Acrobat Reader, you can download it for free.