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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Boston is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Boston is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Boston station. However, there are services departing from Chester Park & Ride @ W Main St and arriving at South Station via Hartford Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Chester station to Boston. However, there are services departing from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Chester to Boston?

The distance between Chester and Boston is 134 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Boston without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Chester to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Boston bus from?

Chester to Boston bus services, operated by CT Transit, depart from Chester Park & Ride @ W Main St station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Boston train from?

Chester to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Chester to Boston?

The best way to get from Chester to Boston is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $60 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Chester to Boston bus arrive?

Chester to Boston bus services, operated by CT Transit, arrive at Asylum St @ Union Pl station.

Where does the Chester to Boston train arrive?

Chester to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Boston is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Chester to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Boston.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Boston by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
3h 29m
$40–85
Drive 121.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Bostoncar 121.1 mi
2h 34m
$23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Park & Ride @ W Main St to Asylum St @ Union Plbus 921
2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to South Stationbus New York
3h 39m
$24–60

Chester to Boston by bus and train (Amtrak)

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Park & Ride @ W Main St to South Station via Asylum St @ Union Pl and Hartford Union Station in around 3h 39m.

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