Old Orchard Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Old Orchard Beach

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Old Orchard Beach has to offer.

When to visit Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 472
1 night at 3-star hotel
Old Orchard Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 472
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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 23h 05m.

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 42m and costs around RM 24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about RM 72 for a 3h 44m 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 Thrifty, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around RM 153. From New York, the ticket costs about RM 162 for a journey of 362 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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 23h 05m.

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 42m and costs around RM 24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about RM 72 for a 3h 44m 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 Thrifty, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Old Orchard Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Old Orchard Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around RM 153. From New York, the ticket costs about RM 162 for a journey of 362 km.

Airports near Old Orchard Beach

Airlines serving Old Orchard Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Old Orchard Beach

Average rates range from around RM 1,362 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,614 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)
RM 1,088+
Friendship Oceanfront Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 648+
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 975+
Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 671+
Aloft Portland, Me
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 713+
Sea Cliff House Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 550+

Hiring a car in Old Orchard Beach

Expect to pay RM 4.96 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 RM 59.51 and RM 79.34. 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.

Expect to pay RM 4.96 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 RM 59.51 and RM 79.34. 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.