What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose to New Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose to New Bedford is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose to New Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Melrose to New Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose and New Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Main St @ Emerson St and arriving at New Bedford via Boston South Buses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose and New Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Melrose/Cedar Park and arriving at New Bedford via Oak Grove and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Melrose to New Bedford?

The distance between Melrose and New Bedford is 66 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose to New Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose to New Bedford without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $16 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Melrose to New Bedford?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Melrose to New Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose to New Bedford bus from?

Melrose to New Bedford bus services, operated by DATTCO, depart from Boston South Buses station.

Where do I catch the Melrose to New Bedford train from?

Melrose to New Bedford train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Melrose to New Bedford?

The best way to get from Melrose to New Bedford is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $16 - $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $26 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Melrose to New Bedford bus arrive?

Melrose to New Bedford bus services, operated by DATTCO, arrive at New Bedford station.

Where does the Melrose to New Bedford train arrive?

Melrose to New Bedford train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at New Bedford station.

Can I drive from Melrose to New Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose to New Bedford is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Melrose to New Bedford.

Where can I stay near New Bedford?

There are 64+ hotels available in New Bedford.

Melrose to New Bedford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Melrose to New Bedford by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to New Bedfordbus Boston Commuter
2h 53m
$17–24
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melrose to New Bedfordcar 62.3 mi
1h 21m
$12–17
Train
1. Take the train from South Station to New Bedfordtrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
3h 12m
$14–26
Bus via Boston South Station
1. Take the bus from Boston South Station to New Bedfordbus Boston Airport
3h 15m
$17–47

Melrose to New Bedford by train, subway, and foot

46Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.2 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Melrose, MA, USA and New Bedford, MA, USA?

DATTCO operates a bus from Boston South Buses to New Bedford twice daily. Tickets cost $12–17 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from South Station to New Bedford every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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