What is the cheapest way to get from Malden to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Malden to Lancaster is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Malden to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Malden to Lancaster is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Malden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Malden to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Chelsea and arriving at Ayer MA via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Malden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Malden to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Malden Center and arriving at Shirley via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Malden to Lancaster?

The distance between Malden and Lancaster is 53 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

How do I travel from Malden to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Malden to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Malden to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Malden to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malden to Lancaster bus from?

Malden to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Malden to Lancaster train from?

Malden to Lancaster train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Malden to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Malden to Lancaster is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Malden to Lancaster bus arrive?

Malden to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ayer MA station.

Where does the Malden to Lancaster train arrive?

Malden to Lancaster train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Shirley station.

Can I drive from Malden to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Malden to Lancaster is 36 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Malden to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 87+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Malden to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Malden to Lancaster by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Station to Shirleytrain Fitchburg Line
2h 32m
$36–50
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Malden to Lancastercar 35.8 mi
56 min
$7–10
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Ayer MAbus Greyhound US0256S
3h 11m
$44–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Malden to Lancastertaxi 35.8 mi
56 min
$110–140

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Distance: 52.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Malden, MA, USA and Lancaster, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from North Station to Shirley every 2 hours. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Ayer MA 5 times a week. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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