What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Back Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Back Bay is to bus via New York Midtown which costs $40 - $75 and takes 10h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Back Bay?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Back Bay is to bus and fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $110 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Back Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Back Bay. However, there are services departing from New York Midtown and arriving at UNE Campus Center via St John St and Saco Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Back Bay?

The distance between Manhattan and Back Bay is 299 miles. The road distance is 296.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Back Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Back Bay without a car is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Back Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Manhattan to Back Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Back Bay bus from?

Manhattan to Back Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from New York Midtown station.

Where does the Manhattan to Back Bay bus arrive?

Manhattan to Back Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at City of Portland station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Back Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Back Bay is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Manhattan to Back Bay.

Where can I stay near Back Bay?

There are 348+ hotels available in Back Bay.

Manhattan to Back Bay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Manhattan to Back Bay by bus, plane, car, train, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Laguardia Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from E 125 St/Lexington Av to Laguardia Rd/94 Stbus
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Portland (PWM)plane LGA - PWM
3h 20m
$118–432
Bus via New York Midtown (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York Midtown to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
10h 31m
$44–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from New York, NY to Portland, MEbus New York
8h 35m
$71–101
Drive 294.4 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Back Baycar 294.4 mi
5h 34m
$54–78
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Portland (PWM)plane JFK - PWM
3h 24m
$124–383
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Portland (PWM)plane EWR - PWM
3h 32m
$510–1,062

Manhattan to Back Bay by bus and train

11Weekly Services

8h 35mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 297.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Back Bay, ME, USA?

Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from New York, NY to Portland, ME twice daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 6h.

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