What is the cheapest way to get from Acton to Somerville?

The cheapest way to get from Acton to Somerville is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Acton to Somerville?

The fastest way to get from Acton to Somerville is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Acton and Somerville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A and arriving at Boston, MA - Copley Square. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Acton and Somerville?

No, there is no direct train from Acton to Somerville. However, there are services departing from South Acton and arriving at Porter via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Acton to Somerville?

The distance between Acton and Somerville is 25 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

How do I travel from Acton to Somerville without a car?

The best way to get from Acton to Somerville without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $14 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Acton to Somerville?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Acton to Somerville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Acton to Somerville bus from?

Acton to Somerville bus services, operated by Yankee Line, depart from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A station.

Where do I catch the Acton to Somerville train from?

Acton to Somerville train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Acton station.

Train or bus from Acton to Somerville?

The best way to get from Acton to Somerville is to train which takes 45 min and costs $14 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Acton to Somerville bus arrive?

Acton to Somerville bus services, operated by Yankee Line, arrive at Boston, MA - Copley Square station.

Where does the Acton to Somerville train arrive?

Acton to Somerville train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Porter station.

Can I drive from Acton to Somerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Acton to Somerville is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Acton to Somerville.

Where can I stay near Somerville?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Somerville.

Acton to Somerville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Acton to Somerville by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Acton to Portertrain Fitchburg Line
45 min
$15–23
Drive 19.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Acton to Somervillecar 19.6 mi
30 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A to Boston, MA - Copley Squarebus Acton/Concord Commuter
1h 5m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Acton to Somervilletaxi 19.6 mi
30 min
$60–75

Acton to Somerville by bus

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Acton, MA, USA and Somerville, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Acton to Porter hourly. Tickets cost $4–10 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Yankee Line operates a bus from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A to Boston, MA - Copley Square 5 times a week. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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