In addition to local taxi and car rental companies, there are other options to get around town and to points further away. Lewiston Auburn Transit Committee buses provide transportation throughout the Twin Cities. Known as “citylink Bus System,” the buses offer one-way fares and low-cost options for the frequent rider. The Campus Connection provides bus service to local colleges. A map of the bus routes can be downloaded at www.purplebus.org. FMI, call 777-4563.
Northeast Charter & Tour Co., 235 Goddard Rd., Lewiston, 784-3159, offers door-to-door service to the major regional airports, to outings and trips nationwide, and provides clean, reliable, and effective transportation. www.north
eastchartertour.com.
Alpine Adventure Tours, 280 Spring Road, Auburn, 786-7600, a professional tour company specializing in motorcoach tours throughout the U.S. and Canada, also offers air and cruise tours. www.alpinetoursme.com.
Amtrak Downeaster provides service from Portland to Boston with stops along the route. Special rates for student riders. www.amtrak
downeaster.com.
The Greyhound Bus Line (once known as Vermont Transit Lines) station is located at 111 Bates St., Lewiston, 782-0311. Routes cover New England, continental U.S. and Canada.
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