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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Lancaster is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Lancaster is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Ayer MA via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Boston station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Shirley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Boston to Lancaster?

The distance between Boston and Lancaster is 48 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Boston to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Lancaster bus from?

Boston to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Lancaster train from?

Boston to Lancaster train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Boston to Lancaster is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Boston to Lancaster bus arrive?

Boston to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ayer MA station.

Where does the Boston to Lancaster train arrive?

Boston to Lancaster train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Shirley station.

Can I drive from Boston to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Lancaster is 37 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Boston to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 91+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Boston to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Lancaster by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Station to Shirleytrain Fitchburg Line
1h 22m
$34–48
Drive 36.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Lancastercar 36.5 mi
58 min
$7–10
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Ayer MAbus Greyhound US0256S
1h 45m
$42–56
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Lancastertaxi 36.5 mi
58 min
$110–140

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Lancaster, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from North Station to Shirley every 2 hours. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Ayer MA 5 times a week. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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