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How to get fromManchester to Franklinby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Franklin by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Storrs to Bostonbus bus FlixBus 2610
    2. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    5h 15m
    $19–36

  2. Drive 71.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Manchester to Franklincar car 71.2 mi
    1h 44m
    $13–19

  3. Line 83 bus, bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Main St @ Center St to Hartford Union Stationbus bus 83
    2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Bostonbus bus
    3. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train
    5h 32m
    $22–43

  4. Line 83 bus, bus, train via Main St @ Center Memorial Park

    1. Take the bus from Main St @ Center Memorial Park to Hartford Union Stationbus bus 83
    2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to South Stationbus bus
    3. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train
    5h 39m
    $28–64

Manchester to Franklin by bus and train

Calendar6Weekly Services
Duration5h 15mAverage Duration
Ticket$19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 130.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Manchester, CT, USA and Franklin, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Manchester to Franklin. However, you can take the line 913 bus to Storrs Rd @ E O Smith High School, walk to Storrs, take the bus to Boston, walk to South Station, then take the train to Franklin. Alternatively, you can drive from Manchester to Franklin in around 1h 44m.

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