What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Forest Hills is to train which takes 13 min and costs $1 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St and arriving at Forest Hills. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station station and arriving at Forest Hills. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Boston to Forest Hills?

The distance between Boston and Forest Hills is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Forest Hills without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $1 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Forest Hills?

The train from South Station to Forest Hills takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Boston to Forest Hills bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Boston to Forest Hills train from?

Boston to Forest Hills train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Forest Hills?

The best way to get from Boston to Forest Hills is to train which takes 13 min and costs $1 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 39 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Boston to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Boston to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Forest Hills station.

Where does the Boston to Forest Hills train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boston to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Forest Hills is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Boston to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 1751+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Boston to Forest Hills - 5 ways to travel via train, line 39 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Boston to Forest Hills by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Station to Forest Hillstrain Franklin/Foxboro Line / ...
13 min
$1–7
Line 39 bus
1. Take the bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to Forest Hillsbus 39
33 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Forest Hillstaxi 5.8 mi
15 min
$20–25
Drive 5.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Forest Hillscar 5.8 mi
15 min
$2
Subway
1. Take the subway from State to Forest Hillssubway Orange Line
18 min
$3

Boston to Forest Hills by train

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Forest Hills, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Station to Forest Hills hourly. Tickets cost $1–7 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to Forest Hills every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 33 min.

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