What is the cheapest way to get from Fall River to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Fall River to Dorchester is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fall River to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Fall River to Dorchester is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Fall River and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fall River Depot and arriving at JFK/UMass. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Fall River to Dorchester?

The distance between Fall River and Dorchester is 55 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

How do I travel from Fall River to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Fall River to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $6 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Fall River to Dorchester?

The train from Fall River Depot to JFK/UMass takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Fall River to Dorchester train from?

Fall River to Dorchester train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Fall River Depot station.

Train or bus from Fall River to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Fall River to Dorchester is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $6 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $45 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Fall River to Dorchester train arrive?

Fall River to Dorchester train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at JFK/UMass station.

Can I drive from Fall River to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fall River to Dorchester is 45 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Fall River to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Fall River to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Fall River to Dorchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Fall River Depot to JFK/UMasstrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
1h 23m
$6–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fall River to Boston South Stationbus Providence
2h 13m
$13–43
Drive 44.7 mi
1. Drive from Fall River to Dorchestercar 44.7 mi
54 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fall River to Dorchestertaxi 44.7 mi
54 min
$140–170

Fall River to Dorchester by train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fall River to Dorchester.

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Distance: 54.3 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Fall River, MA, USA and Dorchester, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Fall River Depot to JFK/UMass once daily. Tickets cost $6–16 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Fall River to Boston South Station once daily. Tickets cost $10–40 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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