What is the cheapest way to get from South Station to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from South Station to Manhattan is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from South Station to Manhattan is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $210 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between South Station and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Station station and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between South Station and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from South Station to Manhattan?

The distance between South Station and Manhattan is 233 miles. The road distance is 206.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Station to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from South Station to Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $50 - $750.

How long does it take to get from South Station to Manhattan?

The train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station takes 4h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the South Station to Manhattan bus from?

South Station to Manhattan bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the South Station to Manhattan train from?

South Station to Manhattan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from South Station to Manhattan?

The best way to get from South Station to Manhattan is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $50 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 4h 35m, you could also fly, which costs $60 - $410 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the South Station to Manhattan bus arrive?

South Station to Manhattan bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the South Station to Manhattan train arrive?

South Station to Manhattan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from South Station to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between South Station to Manhattan is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from South Station to Manhattan.

How do I get a train ticket from South Station to Manhattan?

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How do I get a bus ticket from South Station to Manhattan?

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Where can I stay near Manhattan?

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There are 7 ways to get from South Station to Manhattan by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 2m
$50–750
Drive 205 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Station to Manhattancar 205 mi
4h
$38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Boston
4h 35m
$40–120
Fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
3h 13m
$60–410
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BOS - JFK
3h 11m
$216–995
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Airport Railroad Station to New York Penn Stationtrain
3h 24m
$482–2,355
Fly to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport (ISP)plane BOS - ISP
2. Take the train from Central Islip to New York Penn Stationtrain
5h 5m
$267–408

South Station to Manhattan by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 231.4 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between South Station, MA, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost $40–120 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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