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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Bristol is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Bristol is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 9m and costs $220 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston station to Bristol. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Damariscotta, ME via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Boston to Bristol?

The distance between Boston and Bristol is 187 miles. The road distance is 162.8 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 Amtrak Thruway which takes 3h 39m and costs $50 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m 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 Amtrak Thruway, depart from South Station.

Where does the Boston to Bristol bus arrive?

Boston to Bristol bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Damariscotta, ME station.

Can I drive from Boston to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Bristol is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Boston to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 224+ hotels available in Bristol.

Boston to Bristol - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and Amtrak Thruway

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There are 6 ways to get from Boston to Bristol by plane, taxi, bus (Amtrak), train, car, or bus

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Fly to Rockland, taxi
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Rockland (RKD)plane BOS - RKD
2. Take the taxi from Rockland (RKD) to Bristoltaxi
2h 9m
$220–311
Drive 161.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Bristolcar 161.9 mi
3h 10m
$30–43
Amtrak Thruway
1. Take the bus from South Station to Damariscotta, MEbus Boston
3h 39m
$51–71
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Brunswick Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
2. Take the taxi from Brunswick Amtrak Station to Bristoltaxi
4h 2m
$146–224
Fly to Augusta State Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Augusta State Airport (AUG)plane BOS - AUG
2. Take the taxi from Augusta State Airport (AUG) to Bristoltaxi
2h 16m
$200–263
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston Logan Airport Terminal C to Damariscotta, MEbus Midcoast Maine to Bangor
4h 19m
$57–72

Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Rockland (RKD) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from South Station to Damariscotta, ME once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Concord Coach Lines also services this route once daily.

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