Happy March, Boston! It’s mud season here in Mass, when all the snow is melting and pooling in the streets and grass. It has some of us itching for a getaway.
And while Puerto Rico is under a four-hour direct flight from Boston, if you’re looking for something spontaneous and budget-friendly, you can head up north to Maine for just $18 right now with Amtrak’s BOGO deal!
For just $36 roundtrip per person, you and a friend can travel to any of 13 towns along the 143-mile-long Downeaster Route. Some of these towns and cities include:
- Wells
- Saco
- Old Orchard Beach
- Portland
And many more towns! Portland is one of the best and easiest day trips from Boston. The train takes you from Boston North Station (BON) and drops you off at the heart of Portland, which is an accessible city with more restaurants per capita than any other city in America.
With a gorgeous 1.5-mile path along the Eastern Promenade, James Beard award-winning restaurants, and plenty of arts and culture, plus spectacular hotels, it’s easy to spend more than a day in Portland. Book a night or more at Longfellow Hotel or a loft at Docent’s Collection for the perfect overnight stay.
Make sure to explore the plethora of bakeries and coffee shops and visit Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse for breathtaking views.
Amtrak BOGO deal to Maine
Amtrak offers a tempting deal for when you’re itching for a quick getaway. The Amtrak Downeaster makes five round-trips daily between Brunswick, Maine and Boston traveling across 3 states with 12 communities on the route of the 143-mile long corridor.
The “Train to Maine BOGO” deal offers one full-price adult ticket and slashes the cost to half the price for a second ticket. The deal applies to select trains using the promotional code v114. The tickets must be purchased at least three days in advance of travel in order for the promo to apply, according to Amtrak.
Tickets for the Amtrak Downeaster are $24 each way, meaning a friend joins for just $12! Split the cost and that’s just $36 round-trip from Boston to Portland! The Amtrak Downeaster travels out of Boston North Station daily.
Your next adventure awaits in Maine!