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How to get fromBoston to Actonby train, taxi, or car

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

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain train Downeaster
    2. Take the taxi from Dover to Actontaxi taxi
    2h 16m
    $182–244

  2. Drive 89.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Boston to Actoncar car 89.8 mi
    2h 5m
    $17–24

  3. Train, taxi via Wakefield St.

    1. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain train Downeaster
    2. Take the taxi from Wakefield St. to Actontaxi taxi
    3h 21m
    $144–206

  4. Train, taxi via Lilac Mall

    1. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain train Downeaster
    2. Take the taxi from Lilac Mall to Actontaxi taxi
    3h 23m
    $144–206

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 93.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from Boston to Acton. However, you can take the train to Dover then take the taxi to Acton. Alternatively, you can drive from Boston to Acton in around 2h 5m.

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