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Getting here and getting around

For maps of Portland, Maine (location of the the Westin Harborview Portland) click here.

International Travel to Portland, Maine

If you desire assistance obtaining a visitor permit (e.g. letter of invitation), please contact benthics2016@gmail.com and we will be happy to help.

Portland International Jetport
 
The airport is approximately 15 minutes from the Westin Portland Harborview. Guests of the Westin have access to a complimentary airport shuttle to and from the Portland International Jetport is available for our guests.  Please call 207.775.5411 to make arrangements.
Logan International, Boston  
 
Some travelers may find flying into Logan more economical or easier to schedule. There is direct bus service via Concord Trailways (see Bus Service below) from Logan to Portland, with buses leaving Logan on the hour until ~ 11 pm at night. Consult the most up to date schedule for details; the trip takes about 2.5 hours and is economically priced. 
Taxis

Taxi service is available from the first flights in the morning to the last flights in the evening. For more information, please see the Taxi Published Flat Rate Guide  or call (207) 879-1903. Effective January 01, 2010 a $1.50 surcharge will be applied to all originating Jetport taxi fares.

Rental Cars

Portland International Jetport offers numerous rental car companies, which are now all conveniently located at the consolidated car rental atrium inside our new parking garage—just a few steps from the terminal and protected from rain or snow.
Parking at the Hotel
  • Valet parking: overnight rate  for $24/car,  daily rate  $15/car
  • Self parking is available next to the hotel for  fee of $24 overnight or the hourly rate  (Parking Garage Rates).

Greyhound Bus
Located at 950 Congress Street, Greyhound Bus is  the largest North American intercity bus company.
 
Train – Via Rail
 
The Downeaster rail line operates daily round-trips between Brunswick, ME and Boston, MA.