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.

When to visit Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$166
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 10 miles 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 0.2 miles 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 87 miles from Old Orchard Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, 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 115 miles and will cost you around $90. From Bangor, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Old Orchard Beach, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 10 miles 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 0.2 miles 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 87 miles from Old Orchard Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, 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 115 miles and will cost you around $90. From Bangor, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Old Orchard Beach

Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,178 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,349 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,829 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,876 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,548 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (829 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,899 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,235 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,101 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,428 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,335 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
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Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach

Average rates range from around $463 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $593 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 (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$236+
Friendship Oceanfront Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$231+
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$206+
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$282+
Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$152+
Aloft Portland, Me
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$181+

Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach

Expect to pay $1.65 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 $19.70 and $26.26. The most frequently booked car type in Old Orchard Beach is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.65 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 $19.70 and $26.26. The most frequently booked car type in Old Orchard Beach is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.