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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Waterbury is to bus which costs $20 - $35 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Waterbury is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Waterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Waterbury. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Meadow St @ Waterbury RR Stn via Asylum St @ Bushnell Park and Main St @ Atheneum Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Waterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Waterbury. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Waterbury via Bridgeport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Boston to Waterbury?

The distance between Boston and Waterbury is 135 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Waterbury without a car is to bus via Hartford which takes 3h 43m and costs $24 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Boston to Waterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Waterbury bus from?

Boston to Waterbury bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Waterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Waterbury?

The best way to get from Boston to Waterbury is to bus via Hartford which takes 3h 43m and costs $24 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Boston to Waterbury bus arrive?

Boston to Waterbury bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Hartford station.

Where does the Boston to Waterbury train arrive?

Boston to Waterbury train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bridgeport Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Waterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Waterbury is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Boston to Waterbury.

Where can I stay near Waterbury?

There are 128+ hotels available in Waterbury.

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Waterbury by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus via Hartford
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartfordbus Ppb 5774 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Meadow St @ Waterbury RR Stnbus 928
3h 43m
$24–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Meadow St @ Waterbury RR Stnbus 928
3h 48m
$20–31
Train
1. Take the train from Boston to Bridgeport Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from Bridgeport to Waterburytrain Waterbury
4h 15m
$106–164
Drive 129.7 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Waterburycar 129.7 mi
2h 22m
$24–35

Boston to Waterbury by bus

72Weekly Buses

3h 43mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Boston to Meadow St @ Waterbury RR Stn via Hartford, Asylum St @ Bushnell Park, and Main St @ Atheneum Sq in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Boston to Waterbury via Bridgeport Amtrak Station and Bridgeport in around 4h 15m.

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