Getting to Maine
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By Land
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Interstate-95 begins at the Houlton, Maine border-crossing coming from Woodstock, New Brunswick. Though not as scenic and coastal as historic Route 1, the I-95 provides a quick and efficient means of traveling through the state. From Houlton it stretches in a southwest direction, passing through major centers such as Bangor, Augusta and Portland. It also passes through Maine’s southern tip and into New Hampshire.
U.S. Route 1 begins in Maine’s northern Aroostook County at Fort Kent on the New Brunswick border. It continues down the New Brunswick line to Calais, then stretches along Maine’s winding coastline through most coastal towns and stops, then continues through Kittery into New Hampshire. Route 1 provides a historical journey through Maine’s coastal villages and northern posts. It’s a great way to treat your group to spectacular scenery and unique stops.
U.S. Route 2 begins in Maine at the New Hampshire border near Bethel in Maine’s western region. It provides a direct cross-state channel stretching from west to east and into New Brunswick at Houlton. If it’s Maine’s interior you’re after, Route 2 is the way to get there, traveling through such centers as Bethel, Skowhegan and Bangor.
U.S. Route 201 provides access to Maine’s western and central regions. Crossing the Quebec border, Route 201 comes south into Maine starting near Moose River and Jackman. It continues southward through The Forks, Skowhegan, Waterville and Augusta, and meets up with Route 1 at Brunswick on Maine’s coast. |
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By Sea
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Unless otherwise indicated, the following ferries operate year-round. Ferries marked with an asterisk (*) are seasonal or have reduced service, confirm with individual companies for schedule details.
Bar Harbor, ME to Yarmouth, NS*
Portland, ME to Yarmouth, NS*
Bay Ferries, Ltd. “The Cat”
Tel: 1-877-359-3760
www.catferry.com
Eastport, ME to Deer Island, NB*
Eastport, ME to Campobello Island, ME*
East Coast Ferries, Ltd.
Tel: 506-747-2159
www.eastcoastferries.nb.ca
Rockland, ME to Vinalhaven, North Haven
or Matinicus Island, ME
Lincolnville, ME to Islesboro, ME
Bass Harbor, ME to Swans Island
or Frenchboro, ME
Maine State Ferry Service
Tel: 1-800-491-4883
www.state.me.us/mdot/opt/ferry/ferry.htm
Portland, ME to Peaks Island, Diamond Cove, Little Diamond, Great Diamond, Long Island, Cliff Island and Chebeague Island, ME
Casco Bay Lines
Tel: 207-774-7871
www.cascobaylines.com |
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By Air
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Bangor International Airport
Airlines: American, Continental Express, Delta, Northwest, USAirways
Tel: 207-992-4600 / 1-866-FLYBANGOR
www.flybangor.com
Portland International Jetport
Airlines: Continental, Delta, JetBlue, Northwest, United Express, USAirways
Tel: 207-874-8877
www.portlandjetport.org
Augusta Airport
Airlines: USAirways Express
(operated by Colgan Air)
Tel: 207-626-2306
www.ci.augusta.me.us/airport
Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport
Airlines: USAirways Express
(operated by Colgan Air)
Tel: 207-667-7329
www.bhbairport.com
Northern Maine Regional Airport, Presque Isle
Airlines: USAirways Express
(operated by Colgan Air)
Tel: 207-764-2550
www.flypresqueisle.com
Knox County Regional Airport
(formerly Rockland Airport)
Airlines: USAirways Express
(operated by Colgan Air)
Tel: 207-594-4131
www.knoxcounty.midcoast.com |
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By Rail
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Amtrak Downeaster
Amtrak’s Downeaster passenger rail service makes four daily round-trips between Boston and Portland, with Maine stops in Wells, Saco and Old Orchard Beach. The service is available year-round.
Tel: 1-800-USA-RAIL
www.thedowneaster.com
Maine Eastern Railroad
Maine Eastern Railroad provides seasonal round-trip service between Rockland and Brunswick, stopping at Wiscasset, Boothbay Harbor and Bath en route. Choose from scheduled service or special package offers, and even special holiday trains in December. This seasonal service provides a relaxing and carefree way to view the Mid Coast countryside.
Tel: 1-866-ME-RAILS
www.maineeasternrailroad.com
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Other Helpful Information
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A motorcoach company can get in touch with the following organizations for updated motorcoach rules and regulations:
Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Tel: 207-624-9000
www.maine.gov/sos/bmv
US Department of Transportation
Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration
Tel: 202-366-4000
www.dot.gov
Maine Turnpike Authority
Tel: 207-871-7771
www.maineturnpike.com
United States-Canada Border Crossings
Tel: 506-325-3160
Maine Department of Transportation
(Winter Road Conditions)
Tel: 207-624-3595
www.maine.gov/mdot
Committee for Accessible Leisure,
Arts & Recreation
www.maine.gov/portal/policies/accessibility.html
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August, 2008
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