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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
$187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Old Orchard Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$187
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 23h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Old Orchard Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Old Orchard Beach to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $37 for a 3h 30m 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 Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 378 km and will cost you around $69. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 491 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 23h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Old Orchard Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Old Orchard Beach to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $37 for a 3h 30m 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 Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 378 km and will cost you around $69. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 491 km.

Airports near Old Orchard Beach

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach

Average rates range from around $448 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $557 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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Alouette Beach Resort Economy Rooms
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$187+
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Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$285+
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Aloft Portland, Me
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$201+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$219+
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Doubletree By Hilton Portland, Me
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$167+
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Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach

Expect to pay $1.58 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 $18.89 and $25.18.

Expect to pay $1.58 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 $18.89 and $25.18.

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