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How to get fromEast Boston to South Bostonby bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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There are 3 ways to get from East Boston to South Boston by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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  1. Line 120 bus, subway

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    1. Take the bus from Meridian St @ Liverpool St to Maverickbus bus 120
    2. Take the subway from Maverick to Statesubway subway
    3. Take the subway from Downtown Crossing to Andrewsubway subway
    23 min
    $8–10

  2. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from East Boston to South Bostontaxi taxi 4.4 mi
    8 min
    $16–20

  3. Walk

    1. Take the foot from East Boston to South Bostonwalk walk 3.5 mi
    1h 4m

East Boston to South Boston by bus and subway

Calendar232Weekly Services
Duration23 minAverage Duration
Ticket$8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 3.9 mi
  • Duration: 23 min

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

There is no direct connection from East Boston to South Boston. However, you can take the line 120 bus to Maverick, walk to Maverick, take the subway to State, take the subway to Downtown Crossing, then take the subway to Andrew. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to South Boston.

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