What is the cheapest way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

The fastest way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Townsend and Old Orchard Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach. However, there are services departing from Tyngsboro, MA and arriving at School St via Boston, MA - South Station, Portland Transportation Center and St John St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Townsend and Old Orchard Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach. However, there are services departing from Shirley and arriving at Old Orchard Beach Amtrak via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

The distance between Townsend and Old Orchard Beach is 155 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

How do I travel from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsend to Old Orchard Beach bus from?

Townsend to Old Orchard Beach bus services, operated by Boston Express, depart from Tyngsboro, MA station.

Where do I catch the Townsend to Old Orchard Beach train from?

Townsend to Old Orchard Beach train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Shirley station.

Train or bus from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

The best way to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can Route 3 and bus, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Townsend to Old Orchard Beach bus arrive?

Townsend to Old Orchard Beach bus services, operated by Boston Express, arrive at Boston South Buses station.

Where does the Townsend to Old Orchard Beach train arrive?

Townsend to Old Orchard Beach train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsend to Old Orchard Beach is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach.

Where can I stay near Old Orchard Beach?

There are 521+ hotels available in Old Orchard Beach.

Townsend to Old Orchard Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, Route 3, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Take the train from Shirley to North Stationtrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the train from Boston to Old Orchard Beach Amtraktrain Downeaster
4h 45m
$105–164
Drive 110.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Townsend to Old Orchard Beachcar 110.3 mi
2h 10m
$21–30
Route 3, bus
1. Take the bus from Tyngsboro, MA to Boston South Busesbus Southbound
2. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Portland, MEbus Logan Airport / ...
6h 11m
$136–186

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Distance: 153.6 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Townsend, MA, USA and Old Orchard Beach, ME, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Townsend to Old Orchard Beach Amtrak via Shirley, North Station, and Boston in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Townsend to School St via Tyngsboro, MA, Boston South Buses, Boston, MA - South Station, Portland Transportation Center, Congress + Union Square Plaza, and St John St in around 6h 11m.

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