Old Orchard Beach travel guide

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With a population of 8,624, Old Orchard Beach is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

When to visit Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Old Orchard Beach

Plane

When flying to Old Orchard Beach, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 15 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Old Orchard Beach. The train station in Old Orchard Beach is called Old Orchard Beach, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Old Orchard Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 140 km from Old Orchard Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including Concord Coach Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Boston, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $90. From Bangor, the ticket costs about $105 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

When flying to Old Orchard Beach, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 15 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Old Orchard Beach. The train station in Old Orchard Beach is called Old Orchard Beach, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Old Orchard Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 140 km from Old Orchard Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including Concord Coach Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Boston, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $90. From Bangor, the ticket costs about $105 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Old Orchard Beach

Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,356 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,417 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,799 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,762 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,630 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,754 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,082 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,407 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,331 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,986 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,286 reviews)
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Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach

Average rates range from around $531 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $624 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sea Cliff House Motel and Atlantic Breeze Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Old Orchard Beach

Most booked hotels in Old Orchard Beach

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$771+
Friendship Oceanfront Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$257+
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$670+
Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$404+
Sea Cliff House Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$259+
Aloft Portland, Me
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$466+

Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach

Expect to pay $1.72 per litre in Old Orchard Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.53 and $27.37. The most frequently booked car type in Old Orchard Beach is Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 3% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.72 per litre in Old Orchard Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.53 and $27.37. The most frequently booked car type in Old Orchard Beach is Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 3% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.