What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Ayer?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Ayer is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Ayer?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Ayer is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Ayer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Ayer. However, there are services departing from Chestnut St. and arriving at Ayer MA via Portsmouth Bus Stop and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Ayer?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Ayer. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Ayer via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Dover to Ayer?

The distance between Dover and Ayer is 104 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Ayer without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Ayer without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $28 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Ayer?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Dover to Ayer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Ayer bus from?

Dover to Ayer bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portsmouth Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Ayer train from?

Dover to Ayer train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dover station.

Train or bus from Dover to Ayer?

The best way to get from Dover to Ayer is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $28 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Dover to Ayer bus arrive?

Dover to Ayer bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Dover to Ayer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Ayer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Ayer is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Dover to Ayer.

Where can I stay near Ayer?

There are 57+ hotels available in Ayer.

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There are 3 ways to get from Dover to Ayer by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from North Station to Ayertrain Fitchburg Line
3h 34m
$28–57
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Ayercar 73.4 mi
1h 23m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portsmouth Bus Stop to Bostonbus FlixBus N2615
2. Take the bus from Boston to Ayer MAbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 54m
$16–32

Dover to Ayer by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Dover, NH, USA and Ayer, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Dover to Ayer via Boston and North Station in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chestnut St. to Ayer MA via Hanover Station, Portsmouth Bus Stop, and Boston in around 4h 54m.

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