What is the cheapest way to get from North Reading to South Boston?

The cheapest way to get from North Reading to South Boston is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Reading to South Boston?

The fastest way to get from North Reading to South Boston is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct ferry between North Reading and South Boston?

No, there is no direct ferry from North Reading to South Boston. However, there are services departing from Logan Airport Ferry Terminal and arriving at Seaport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 days 14h.

Is there a direct train between North Reading and South Boston?

No, there is no direct train from North Reading to South Boston station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at North Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from North Reading to South Boston?

The distance between North Reading and South Boston is 17 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

How do I travel from North Reading to South Boston without a car?

The best way to get from North Reading to South Boston without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $18 - $28.

How long does it take to get from North Reading to South Boston?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from North Reading to South Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Reading to South Boston train from?

North Reading to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Reading station.

Where does the North Reading to South Boston train arrive?

North Reading to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from North Reading to South Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between North Reading to South Boston is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from North Reading to South Boston.

Where can I stay near South Boston?

There are 1736+ hotels available in South Boston.

North Reading to South Boston - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car

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There are 4 ways to get from North Reading to South Boston by train, ferry, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to North Stationtrain Haverhill Line
44 min
$19–28
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from North Reading to South Bostoncar 19 mi
29 min
$4–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Logan Airport Ferry Terminal to Seaportferry Harbor Loop Ferry
45d 14h
$37–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Reading to South Bostontaxi 19 mi
29 min
$60–75

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

MBTA operates a train from Reading to North Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a ferry from Logan Airport Ferry Terminal to Seaport every 2 hours. Tickets cost $3–10 and the journey takes 45d 12h.

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