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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Springfield is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Fort Plain via Schenectady. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Boston to Springfield?

The distance between Boston and Springfield is 247 miles. The road distance is 230.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 6h 22m and costs $95 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Boston to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Springfield bus from?

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

Where does the Boston to Springfield bus arrive?

Boston to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Boston to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Springfield is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Boston to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 61+ hotels available in Springfield.

Boston to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Boston to Springfield by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Schenectadybus Greyhound US0270
2. Take the bus from Schenectady to Fort Plainbus Adt A264-D / ...
6h 22m
$98–152
Drive 228.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Springfieldcar 228.9 mi
4h 9m
$42–61
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Boston to Utica Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the taxi from Utica Amtrak Station to Springfieldtaxi
8h 37m
$253–402
Bus via West Albany
1. Take the bus from Boston to Albanybus FlixBus 2691
2. Take the bus from Albany to Fort Plainbus Adt A264-D / ...
6h 27m
$97–149
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Boston to Utica Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Utica to Richfield Springsbus Adt P707-D / ...
7h 8m
$91–150

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Springfield, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Boston to Springfield via Schenectady and Fort Plain in around 6h 22m.

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