What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to West Haven?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to West Haven is to bus which costs $16 - $35 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to West Haven?

The fastest way to get from Boston to West Haven is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $35 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and West Haven?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to West Haven. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Union Ave @ Cinque Grn via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and West Haven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at New Haven. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Boston to West Haven?

The distance between Boston and West Haven is 157 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to West Haven without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to West Haven without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $35 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Boston to West Haven?

The train from Boston to New Haven takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Boston to West Haven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Boston to West Haven train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to West Haven?

The best way to get from Boston to West Haven is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $35 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Boston to West Haven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Boston to West Haven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boston to West Haven?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to West Haven is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Boston to West Haven.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to West Haven?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Boston to West Haven?

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Where can I stay near West Haven?

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There are 3 ways to get from Boston to West Haven 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
2h 22m
$35–650
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 Union Ave @ Cinque Grnbus 950
4h 5m
$16–31
Drive 138.3 mi
1. Drive from Boston to West Havencar 138.3 mi
2h 34m
$26–37

Boston to West Haven by train (Amtrak)

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2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to New Haven every 3 hours. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Union Ave @ Cinque Grn via Hartford, Union Station and Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal in around 4h 5m.

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