What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Arnold Arboretum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St and arriving at South St @ St Rose St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Arnold Arboretum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from State and arriving at Forest Hills. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Boston to Arnold Arboretum?

The distance between Boston and Arnold Arboretum is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Arnold Arboretum without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum without a car is to subway which takes 34 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum?

The subway from State to Forest Hills takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Boston to Arnold Arboretum bus from?

Boston to Arnold Arboretum bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Arnold Arboretum train from?

Boston to Arnold Arboretum train services, operated by MBTA, depart from State station.

Where does the Boston to Arnold Arboretum bus arrive?

Boston to Arnold Arboretum bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South St @ St Rose St station.

Where does the Boston to Arnold Arboretum train arrive?

Boston to Arnold Arboretum train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Forest Hills station.

Can I drive from Boston to Arnold Arboretum?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Arnold Arboretum is 6 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Boston to Arnold Arboretum.

Where can I stay near Arnold Arboretum?

There are 1676+ hotels available in Arnold Arboretum.

Boston to Arnold Arboretum - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 39 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Arnold Arboretum by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from State to Forest Hillssubway Orange Line
34 min
$3
Line 39 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to South St @ St Rose Stbus 39
50 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Arnold Arboretumtaxi 6.2 mi
16 min
$22–27
Drive 6.2 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Arnold Arboretumcar 6.2 mi
16 min
$2

Boston to Arnold Arboretum by subway and foot

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34 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Arnold Arboretum, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a subway from State to Forest Hills every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to South St @ St Rose St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 29 min.

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