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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Shelton is to bus which costs $17 - $40 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Shelton is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Shelton?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Shelton. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Howe Ave @ Cornell St via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal and Chapel St @ Temple St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Shelton?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Shelton. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at New Haven via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Boston to Shelton?

The distance between Boston and Shelton is 169 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Shelton without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Boston to Shelton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Shelton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Boston to Shelton train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Shelton?

The best way to get from Boston to Shelton is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $40 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Boston to Shelton bus arrive?

Boston to Shelton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hartford Union Station.

Where does the Boston to Shelton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boston to Shelton?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Shelton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Boston to Shelton.

Where can I stay near Shelton?

There are 273+ hotels available in Shelton.

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There are 3 ways to get from Boston to Shelton by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
3h 48m
$38–658
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal to Elm St @ Church Stbus 950
5h 5m
$17–39
Drive 142.3 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Sheltoncar 142.3 mi
2h 36m
$26–38

Boston to Shelton by train and bus (Amtrak)

113Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Howe Ave @ Cornell St via Hartford, Union Station, Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal, Elm St @ Church St, and Chapel St @ Temple St in around 5h 5m.

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