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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Bristol is to bus and line 102 bus which costs $17 - $40 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Main St @ South St via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal and Main St @ Atheneum Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Meriden via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Boston to Bristol?

The distance between Boston and Bristol is 122 miles. The road distance is 118.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Bristol without a car is to bus and line 102 bus via Main St @ Asylum St which takes 3h 29m and costs $23 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Boston to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Bristol bus from?

Boston to Bristol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Bristol train from?

Boston to Bristol train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston to Bristol?

The best way to get from Boston to Bristol is to bus and line 102 bus via Main St @ Asylum St which takes 3h 29m and costs $23 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $700 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Boston to Bristol bus arrive?

Boston to Bristol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Hartford station.

Where does the Boston to Bristol train arrive?

Boston to Bristol train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Boston to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Bristol is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Boston to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 164+ hotels available in Bristol.

Boston to Bristol - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 102 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Bristol by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus, line 102 bus via Main St @ Asylum St
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartfordbus Ppb 5774 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Main St @ South Stbus 102
3h 29m
$24–60
Bus, line 102 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Main St @ South Stbus 102
3h 31m
$17–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
4h 6m
$53–677
Drive 117.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Bristolcar 117.8 mi
2h 11m
$22–32

Boston to Bristol by bus

72Weekly Buses

3h 29mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Bristol, CT, USA?

You can take a bus from Boston to Main St @ South St via Hartford, Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal, Main St @ Asylum St, and Main St @ Atheneum Sq in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to New Haven every 3 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours.

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