What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston is to tram which costs $3 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston?

The fastest way to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside (Station) and South Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Commonwealth Ave @ Cheswick Rd and arriving at Federal St @ Franklin St. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Riverside (Station) and South Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside and arriving at Arlington. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Riverside (Station) to South Boston?

The distance between Riverside (Station) and South Boston is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside (Station) to South Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston without a car is to tram which takes 41 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston?

The tram from Riverside to Arlington takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Riverside (Station) to South Boston bus from?

Riverside (Station) to South Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Commonwealth Ave @ Cheswick Rd station.

Where do I catch the Riverside (Station) to South Boston train from?

Riverside (Station) to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside (Station) to South Boston bus arrive?

Riverside (Station) to South Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Federal St @ Franklin St station.

Where does the Riverside (Station) to South Boston train arrive?

Riverside (Station) to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Arlington station.

Can I drive from Riverside (Station) to South Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside (Station) to South Boston is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Riverside (Station) to South Boston.

Where can I stay near South Boston?

There are 1566+ hotels available in South Boston.

Riverside (Station) to South Boston - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside (Station) to South Boston by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Riverside to Arlingtontram D
41 min
$3
Line 505 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Ave @ Cheswick Rd to Federal St @ Franklin Stbus 505
51 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside (Station) to South Bostontaxi 12.3 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Riverside (Station) to South Bostoncar 12.3 mi
20 min
$3–4

Riverside (Station) to South Boston by tram

919Weekly Trams

41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 11 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Riverside (Station), MA, USA and South Boston, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a vehicle from Riverside to Arlington every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Commonwealth Ave @ Cheswick Rd to Federal St @ Franklin St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 32 min.

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