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.
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.
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.
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.
Park
& Ride. MDOT and the Maine Turnpike Authority maintain Park and Ride parking lots where travelers leave their vehicles, and where commuters can connect with car and vanpools.
