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South Portland to Saco

Updated: March 16, 2024 10:15 AM
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South Portland to Saco

South Portland is a city in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. It is the fourth-largest city in Maine, with a population of 25,002 as of the 2020 census. South Portland is located on the coast of Maine, just south of Portland. Saco is a city in York County, Maine, United States. It is the fifth-largest city in Maine, with a population of 18,482 as of the 2020 census. Saco is located on the coast of Maine, just north of Biddeford.

Language

The official language of South Portland and Saco is English.

Currency

The official currency of South Portland and Saco is the United States dollar.

Distance

The distance between South Portland and Saco is approximately 12 miles.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Saco from South Portland.

  • By car: The most convenient way to reach Saco from South Portland is by car. The drive takes approximately 20 minutes.
  • By bus: There is a bus that runs between South Portland and Saco. The ride takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • By train: There is a train that runs between South Portland and Saco. The ride takes approximately 40 minutes.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from South Portland to Saco will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By car: The cost of gas and tolls will vary depending on the route you take and the price of gas at the time.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket is approximately $5.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket is approximately $10.

Best time to go

The best time to visit South Portland and Saco is during the summer months, when the weather is warm and sunny. However, both cities are also beautiful in the fall and spring.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in South Portland and Saco. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • In South Portland:
    • The Thirsty Pig
    • Scales
    • The Holy Donut
  • In Saco:
    • The Black Cow
    • The Ramp
    • The Lost Kitchen

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in South Portland and Saco. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • In South Portland:
    • The Maine Mall
    • The Portland Head Light
    • The Children's Museum of Maine
  • In Saco:
    • The Funtown Splashtown USA amusement park
    • The Saco Island Wildlife Refuge
    • The Saco River Trail

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from South Portland to Saco:

  • How long does it take to get from South Portland to Saco? The drive takes approximately 20 minutes, the bus ride takes approximately 30 minutes, and the train ride takes approximately 40 minutes.
  • How much does it cost to get from South Portland to Saco? The cost of transportation will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.
  • What is the best way to get from South Portland to Saco? The most convenient way to get from South Portland to Saco is by car.
  • What are some things to do in South Portland and Saco? There are many things to see and do in South Portland and Saco, including visiting the Maine Mall, the Portland Head Light, the Children's Museum of Maine, Funtown Splashtown USA amusement park, the Saco Island Wildlife Refuge, and the Saco River Trail.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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