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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Rockaway is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Rockaway is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Boston to Rockaway?

The distance between Boston and Rockaway is 279 miles. The road distance is 237.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Rockaway without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $35 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Boston to Rockaway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Rockaway bus from?

Boston to Rockaway bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Rockaway?

The best way to get from Boston to Rockaway is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $35 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Boston to Rockaway bus arrive?

Boston to Rockaway bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Boston to Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Rockaway is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Boston to Rockaway.

Where can I stay near Rockaway?

There are 81+ hotels available in Rockaway.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Boston and Rockaway?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston station to Rockaway. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at W Main St At Wall St via Port Authority Bus Terminal, Willowbrook Mall Shoppers Stop and Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

There are 8 ways to get from Boston to Rockaway by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationNortheast Regional
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to DoverMne
7h 8m
$35–737
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boston to New York MidtownFlixBus 2610 / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to DoverMne
7h 26m
$35–81
Drive 235.7 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Rockaway235.7 mi
4h 30m
$43–63
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)BOS - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Broad St to Dover
4h 39m
$100–379
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus TerminalBoston
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Willowbrook Mall Shoppers Stop193 / ...
8h 30m
$41–98
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)BOS - JFK
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Dover
5h 3m
$362–798
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)BOS - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Dover
5h 15m
$92–403
Fly to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport (ISP)BOS - ISP
2. Take the train from Central Islip to New York Penn Station
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Dover
6h 45m
$269–394

Boston to Rockaway by train and bus

69Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.7 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Rockaway, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Boston to W Main St At Wall St via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, Dover, and E Blackwell St At Bergen St in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to W Main St At Wall St via Port Authority Bus Terminal, Willowbrook Mall Shoppers Stop, and Rail Station Parking Lot Off Morris St in around 8h 30m.

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