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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.

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When to visit Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$190
1 night at 3-star hotel
Old Orchard Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$190
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. The shortest flight to Old Orchard Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 27m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Old Orchard Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Old Orchard Beach to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $30 for a 3h 17m trip. The train station in Old Orchard Beach is called Old Orchard Beach, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Manchester, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 97 km and will cost you around $51. From Providence, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 97 km.

Plane

When flying to Old Orchard Beach, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Old Orchard Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 27m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Old Orchard Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Old Orchard Beach to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $30 for a 3h 17m trip. The train station in Old Orchard Beach is called Old Orchard Beach, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Manchester, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 97 km and will cost you around $51. From Providence, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 97 km.

Airports near Old Orchard Beach

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,063 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,363 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,410 reviews)
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Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach

Average rates range from around $435 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $491 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

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Friendship Oceanfront Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$246+
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Alouette Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$206+
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Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$201+
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Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Sea Cliff House Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$183+
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Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach

Expect to pay $1.59 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 $19.01 and $25.34.

Expect to pay $1.59 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 $19.01 and $25.34.