What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Grinnell?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Grinnell is to bus which costs $180 - $400 and takes 32h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Grinnell?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Grinnell is to fly and bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $270 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Grinnell?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Grinnell. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Grinnell via Newark Penn Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 30m.

How far is it from Boston to Grinnell?

The distance between Boston and Grinnell is 1246 miles. The road distance is 1259 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Grinnell without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Grinnell without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 31m and costs $200 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Grinnell?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Boston to Grinnell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Grinnell bus from?

Boston to Grinnell bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Boston to Grinnell bus arrive?

Boston to Grinnell bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Boston and Grinnell?

Grinnell is 1h behind Boston. It is currently 6:16 AM in Boston and 5:16 AM in Grinnell.

Can I drive from Boston to Grinnell?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Grinnell is 1259 miles. It takes approximately 21h 3m to drive from Boston to Grinnell.

Where can I stay near Grinnell?

There are 14+ hotels available in Grinnell.

Boston to Grinnell - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Boston to Grinnell by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Des Moines, bus
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)BOS - DSM
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Grinnell
6h 25m
$271–1,141
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)BOS - CID
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Grinnell
8h 59m
$140–542
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago to GrinnellChicago
29h 31m
$205–818
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to Newark Penn Station
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Grinnell
32h 30m
$186–393
Drive 1,251.6 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Grinnell1,251.6 mi
21h 3m
$229–330

Boston to Grinnell by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

29h 31mAverage Duration

$205Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston to Grinnell.

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Distance: 1,238.8 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Grinnell, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Boston to Grinnell via Newark Penn Station and Chicago in around 32h 30m.

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