What is the cheapest way to get from Back Bay to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Back Bay to Springfield is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Back Bay to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Back Bay and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Back Bay to Springfield station. However, there are services departing from UNE Campus Center and arriving at Springfield Union Station via Saco Transportation Center and City of Portland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Back Bay and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Back Bay station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Saco Amtrak Station and arriving at Springfield via North Station and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Back Bay to Springfield?

The distance between Back Bay and Springfield is 196 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

How do I travel from Back Bay to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Back Bay to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Back Bay to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Back Bay to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Back Bay to Springfield bus from?

Back Bay to Springfield bus services, operated by Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, depart from Saco Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Back Bay to Springfield train from?

Back Bay to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Saco Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Back Bay to Springfield?

The best way to get from Back Bay to Springfield is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Back Bay to Springfield bus arrive?

Back Bay to Springfield bus services, operated by Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, arrive at St John St station.

Where does the Back Bay to Springfield train arrive?

Back Bay to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Back Bay to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Back Bay to Springfield is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Back Bay to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 98+ hotels available in Springfield.

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There are 5 ways to get from Back Bay to Springfield by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Saco Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the bus from Boston to Springfield Union Stationbus Greyhound US0240 / ...
5h 37m
$72–123
Drive 177.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Back Bay to Springfieldcar 177.8 mi
3h 16m
$31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saco Transportation Center to St John Stbus 60
2. Take the bus from City of Portland to Springfield Union Stationbus FlixBus N2615
7h 30m
$32–52
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Saco Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
6h 59m
$108–173
Train, bus via Woburn
1. Take the train from Saco Amtrak Station to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
2. Take the bus from Boston to Springfieldbus Ppb 6727
7h 54m
$76–118

Back Bay to Springfield by bus, train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Back Bay, ME, USA and Springfield, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from UNE Campus Center to Springfield Union Station via Saco Transportation Center, St John St, and City of Portland in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from UNE Campus Center to Springfield via Saco Transportation Center, Saco Amtrak Station, Boston, North Station, Back Bay, and Boston in around 6h 59m.

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