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

The cheapest way to get from South Station to Townsend is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Station to Townsend is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between South Station and Townsend?

No, there is no direct bus from South Station to Townsend. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Fitchburg MA via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from South Station to Townsend?

The distance between South Station and Townsend is 50 miles. The road distance is 44.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Station to Townsend without a car is to Route 3 and taxi which takes 1h 15m and costs $110 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from South Station to Townsend, including transfers.

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

South Station to Townsend bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where does the South Station to Townsend bus arrive?

South Station to Townsend bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Fitchburg MA station.

Can I drive from South Station to Townsend?

Yes, the driving distance between South Station to Townsend is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from South Station to Townsend.

Where can I stay near Townsend?

There are 34+ hotels available in Townsend.

South Station to Townsend - 5 ways to travel via train, Route 3, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from South Station to Townsend by bus, taxi, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Route 3, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Tyngsboro, MAbus Northbound
2. Take the taxi from Tyngsboro, MA to Townsendtaxi
1h 15m
$111–136
Drive 44.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Station to Townsendcar 44.6 mi
1h 9m
$9–12
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Porter to Shirleytrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the taxi from Shirley to Townsendtaxi
2h 34m
$73–100
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Station to Townsendtaxi 44.6 mi
1h 9m
$280–330
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Fitchburg MAbus Greyhound US0256S
2h 8m
$59–82

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Fitchburg MA once daily. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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