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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Worcester is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Worcester is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Worcester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Worcester Union Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Worcester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station station and arriving at Worcester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Boston to Worcester?

The distance between Boston and Worcester is 40 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Worcester without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $5 - $55.

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

The bus from Boston to Worcester Union Station takes 1h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Boston to Worcester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Boston to Worcester train from?

Boston to Worcester train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Worcester?

The best way to get from Boston to Worcester is to bus which takes 1h and costs $5 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $14 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Boston to Worcester bus arrive?

Boston to Worcester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Worcester Union Station.

Where does the Boston to Worcester train arrive?

Boston to Worcester train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Worcester station.

Can I drive from Boston to Worcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Worcester is 41 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Boston to Worcester.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Worcester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Boston to Worcester?

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Where can I stay near Worcester?

There are 66+ hotels available in Worcester. Prices start at $53<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

Boston to Worcester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Worcester by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Boston to Worcester Union StationGreyhound US0235 / ...
1h
$5–55
Train
1. Take the train from South Station to WorcesterFramingham/Worcester Line
1h 35m
$5–14
Drive 40.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Worcester40.8 mi
54 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Worcester40.8 mi
54 min
$120–160

Boston to Worcester by bus

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Worcester, MA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Worcester Union Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $23–55 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from South Station to Worcester hourly. Tickets cost $5–14 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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