What is the cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Reading is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Reading is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Jackson Square and arriving at Reading via Malden Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Reading?

The distance between Dorchester and Reading is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dorchester to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 29m and costs $3 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Dorchester to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Dorchester to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Reading train from?

Dorchester to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Jackson Square station.

Where does the Dorchester to Reading train arrive?

Dorchester to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Malden Center station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Reading is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Dorchester to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1687+ hotels available in Reading.

Dorchester to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 137 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Reading by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Jackson Square to Malden Centersubway Orange Line
2. Take the train from Malden Center to Readingtrain Haverhill Line
1h 29m
$3–9
Subway, line 137 bus
1. Take the subway from Ruggles to Oak Grovesubway Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Oak Grove Busway to Salem St opp Manning Stbus 137
1h 30m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Readingtaxi 18.1 mi
29 min
$55–70
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Readingcar 18.1 mi
29 min
$4–5

Dorchester to Reading by subway and train

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Dorchester, MA, USA and Reading, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dorchester to Reading. However, you can take the subway to Malden Center, walk to Malden Center, then take the train to Reading. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Ruggles to Salem St opp Manning St via Oak Grove and Oak Grove Busway in around 1h 30m.

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