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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Acton is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Acton is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Acton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston, MA - Copley Square and arriving at Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Acton?

No, there is no direct train from Boston station to Acton. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at South Acton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Boston to Acton?

The distance between Boston and Acton is 28 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Acton without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs $14 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Boston to Acton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Acton bus from?

Boston to Acton bus services, operated by Yankee Line, depart from Boston, MA - Copley Square station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Acton train from?

Boston to Acton train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Acton?

The best way to get from Boston to Acton is to train which takes 53 min and costs $14 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Boston to Acton bus arrive?

Boston to Acton bus services, operated by Yankee Line, arrive at Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A station.

Where does the Boston to Acton train arrive?

Boston to Acton train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Acton station.

Can I drive from Boston to Acton?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Acton is 23 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Boston to Acton.

Where can I stay near Acton?

There are 154+ hotels available in Acton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Station to South Actontrain Fitchburg Line
53 min
$15–23
Drive 22.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Actoncar 22.7 mi
37 min
$5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2Abus Acton/Concord Commuter
1h 10m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Actontaxi 22.7 mi
37 min
$70–90

Boston to Acton by bus

5Weekly Buses

1h 10mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

MBTA operates a train from North Station to South Acton hourly. Tickets cost $4–11 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Yankee Line operates a bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A 5 times a week. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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