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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Somerville is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Somerville is to fly and train which takes 3h 18m and costs $470 - $2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Somerville?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston station to Somerville. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at N Gaston Ave At William St via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Somerville?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Somerville. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Somerville via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Boston to Somerville?

The distance between Boston and Somerville is 236 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Somerville without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $55 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Boston to Somerville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Somerville bus from?

Boston to Somerville bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Somerville train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Somerville?

The best way to get from Boston to Somerville is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $55 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $150 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Boston to Somerville bus arrive?

Boston to Somerville bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Boston to Somerville train arrive?

Boston to Somerville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Somerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Somerville is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Boston to Somerville.

Where can I stay near Somerville?

There are 142+ hotels available in Somerville.

Boston to Somerville - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Boston to Somerville by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Somervilletrain
3h 18m
$470–2,304
Bus via W Main St At Maple St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to W Main St At Maple Stbus 114 / ...
7h 24m
$44–97
Train
1. Take the train from Boston to Newark Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Somervilletrain Rarv
6h 6m
$58–737
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Boston
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to N Gaston Ave At William Stbus 114 / ...
7h 6m
$51–149
Drive 245.9 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Somervillecar 245.9 mi
4h 51m
$45–65
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Somervilletrain
3h 56m
$62–405
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BOS - JFK
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Somervilletrain
3h 45m
$223–992

Boston to Somerville by train

110Weekly Trains

6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Somerville, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Boston to Somerville via Newark Penn Station in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to N Gaston Ave At William St via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 7h 6m.

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