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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Machias is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Machias is to fly and bus which takes 4h 4m and costs $140 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Machias?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston station to Machias. However, there are services departing from Boston, MA - South Station and arriving at Machias, ME via Bangor, ME. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Boston to Machias?

The distance between Boston and Machias is 262 miles. The road distance is 296 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Machias without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $60 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Boston to Machias, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Machias bus from?

Boston to Machias bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Boston, MA - South Station.

Where does the Boston to Machias bus arrive?

Boston to Machias bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Bangor Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Boston to Machias?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Machias is 296 miles. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Boston to Machias.

Where can I stay near Machias?

There are nine+ hotels available in Machias.

Boston to Machias - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Boston to Machias by plane, bus, bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (BHB)plane BOS - BHB
2. Take the bus from Hancock, ME to Machias, MEbus
4h 4m
$141–238
Drive 294.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Machiascar 294.3 mi
6h 20m
$54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Bangor Transportation Centerbus Logan Airport/Boston / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Machias, MEbus East Bound
7h 40m
$64–90
Fly to Bangor, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Bangor (BGR)plane BOS - BGR
2. Take the bus from Bangor Airport to Machias, MEbus
7h 8m
$88–405
Fly to Augusta State Airport, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Augusta State Airport (AUG)plane BOS - AUG
2. Take the bus from Augusta Transportation Center to Bangor Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Machias, MEbus
7h 10m
$132–190
Fly to Rockland, Amtrak Thruway, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Rockland (RKD)plane BOS - RKD
2. Take the bus from Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rockland to Bangor, MEbus
3. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Machias, MEbus
7h 41m
$159–254
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Portlandtrain
2. Take the bus from Portland Transportation Center to Bangor Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Machias, MEbus
9h 2m
$80–107
Bus via Bangor
1. Take the bus from Boston to Bangor Park & Ridebus Greyhound US0265s
2. Take the bus from Bangor Airport to Machias, MEbus East Bound
9h 49m
$56–96

Boston to Machias by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 40mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston to Machias.

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Distance: 260.8 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Machias, ME, USA?

You can take a bus from Boston, MA - South Station to Machias, ME via Bangor Transportation Center and Bangor, ME in around 7h 40m.

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