What is the cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Acton?

The cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Acton is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelsea to Acton?

The fastest way to get from Chelsea to Acton is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Acton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelsea to Acton. However, there are services departing from Washington Ave @ Broadway and arriving at Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A via Boston, MA - Copley Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chelsea and Acton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelsea station to Acton. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at South Acton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Chelsea to Acton?

The distance between Chelsea and Acton is 31 miles. The road distance is 23.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chelsea to Acton without a car?

The best way to get from Chelsea to Acton without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $15 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Chelsea to Acton?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Chelsea to Acton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Acton bus from?

Chelsea to Acton bus services, operated by Yankee Line, depart from Boston, MA - Copley Square station.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Acton train from?

Chelsea to Acton train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Chelsea to Acton?

The best way to get from Chelsea to Acton is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $15 - $29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $20 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Chelsea to Acton bus arrive?

Chelsea to Acton bus services, operated by Yankee Line, arrive at Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A station.

Where does the Chelsea to Acton train arrive?

Chelsea to Acton train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Acton station.

Can I drive from Chelsea to Acton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelsea to Acton is 24 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Chelsea to Acton.

Where can I stay near Acton?

There are 135+ hotels available in Acton.

Chelsea to Acton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelsea to Acton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Station to South Actontrain Fitchburg Line
1h 52m
$16–28
Drive 23.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelsea to Actoncar 23.6 mi
36 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2Abus Acton/Concord Commuter
2h 31m
$17–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelsea to Actontaxi 23.6 mi
36 min
$75–90

Chelsea to Acton by bus and subway

5Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Chelsea, MA, USA and Acton, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from North Station to South Acton hourly. Tickets cost $4–11 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Yankee Line operates a bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A 5 times a week. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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