What is the cheapest way to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston?

The fastest way to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chestnut Hill and East Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chestnut Hill to East Boston. However, there are services departing from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave and arriving at Bunker Hill St @ Lowney Way via Harvard and Sullivan Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chestnut Hill and East Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chestnut Hill and arriving at North Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Chestnut Hill to East Boston?

The distance between Chestnut Hill and East Boston is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chestnut Hill to East Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston without a car is to tram which takes 39 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston?

The tram from Chestnut Hill to North Station takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chestnut Hill to East Boston bus from?

Chestnut Hill to East Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave station.

Where do I catch the Chestnut Hill to East Boston train from?

Chestnut Hill to East Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Chestnut Hill station.

Where does the Chestnut Hill to East Boston bus arrive?

Chestnut Hill to East Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Harvard station.

Where does the Chestnut Hill to East Boston train arrive?

Chestnut Hill to East Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Chestnut Hill to East Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chestnut Hill to East Boston is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Chestnut Hill to East Boston.

Where can I stay near East Boston?

There are 1492+ hotels available in East Boston.

Chestnut Hill to East Boston - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 86 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chestnut Hill to East Boston by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Chestnut Hill to North Stationtram D
39 min
$3
Line 86 bus, line 109 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave to Harvardbus 86
2. Take the bus from Harvard to Sullivan Squarebus 109
1h 19m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chestnut Hill to East Bostontaxi 8.4 mi
17 min
$28–35
Drive 8.4 mi
1. Drive from Chestnut Hill to East Bostoncar 8.4 mi
17 min
$2–3

Chestnut Hill to East Boston by tram

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39 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Chestnut Hill, MA, USA and East Boston, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a vehicle from Chestnut Hill to North Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave to Bunker Hill St @ Lowney Way via Harvard and Sullivan Square in around 1h 19m.

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