What is the cheapest way to get from South Boston to Newton?

The cheapest way to get from South Boston to Newton is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Boston to Newton?

The fastest way to get from South Boston to Newton is to line 504 bus which takes 9 min and costs $1 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between South Boston and Newton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St and arriving at Washington St @ Bacon St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between South Boston and Newton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Back Bay and arriving at Newtonville. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from South Boston to Newton?

The distance between South Boston and Newton is 6 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Boston to Newton without a car is to line 504 bus which takes 9 min and costs $1 - $5.

How long does it take to get from South Boston to Newton?

The line 504 bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to Washington St @ Bacon St takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Newton bus from?

South Boston to Newton bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Newton train from?

South Boston to Newton train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Back Bay station.

Train or bus from South Boston to Newton?

The best way to get from South Boston to Newton is to line 504 bus which takes 9 min and costs $1 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $7 and takes 16 min.

Where does the South Boston to Newton bus arrive?

South Boston to Newton bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Washington St @ Bacon St station.

Where does the South Boston to Newton train arrive?

South Boston to Newton train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Newtonville station.

Can I drive from South Boston to Newton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Boston to Newton is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from South Boston to Newton.

Where can I stay near Newton?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Newton.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Boston to Newton by bus, train, taxi, car, or tram

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Line 504 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to Washington St @ Bacon Stbus 501 / ...
9 min
$1–5
Train
1. Take the train from Back Bay to Newtonvilletrain Framingham/Worcester Line
16 min
$1–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Boston to Newtontaxi 9.1 mi
19 min
$30–40
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from South Boston to Newtoncar 9.1 mi
19 min
$2–3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Arlington to Newton Centretram D
29 min
$3

South Boston to Newton by bus

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Distance: 5.9 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St to Washington St @ Bacon St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from Back Bay to Newtonville hourly. Tickets cost $1–7 and the journey takes 16 min.

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