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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Old Orchard Beach to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Old Orchard Beach
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 22h 20m.
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 S$ 7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about S$ 20 for a 3h 10m trip. 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 Hertz and Avis, among others, in Boston.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Portland, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around S$ 44. From New York, the ticket costs about S$ 52 for a journey of 362 km.
Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach
Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach
Average rates range from around S$ 389 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 461 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
Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach
Expect to pay S$ 1.41 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 S$ 16.82 and S$ 22.42. The most frequently booked car type in Old Orchard Beach is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 13% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.