What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands is to bus which costs $13 - $40 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Thimble Islands?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Thimble Islands. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at E Main St @ Branford Square via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal and Church St @ George St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Boston to Thimble Islands?

The distance between Boston and Thimble Islands is 172 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Thimble Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $40 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Thimble Islands?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Boston to Thimble Islands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Thimble Islands bus from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Thimble Islands?

The best way to get from Boston to Thimble Islands is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $40 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $40 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Boston to Thimble Islands bus arrive?

Boston to Thimble Islands bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hartford Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Thimble Islands?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Thimble Islands is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Boston to Thimble Islands.

Where can I stay near Thimble Islands?

There are 220+ hotels available in Thimble Islands.

Boston to Thimble Islands - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Boston to Thimble Islands by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
3h 20m
$43–679
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal to State St @ Court Stbus 950
5h 16m
$14–40
Drive 138.1 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Thimble Islandscar 138.1 mi
2h 39m
$26–37

Boston to Thimble Islands by bus and foot

45Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston to Thimble Islands.

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Thimble Islands, CT, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Boston to New Haven every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21–260 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to E Main St @ Branford Square via Hartford, Union Station, Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal, State St @ Court St, and Church St @ George St in around 5h 16m.

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