What is the cheapest way to get from Massachusetts to Block Island?

The cheapest way to get from Massachusetts to Block Island is to train and ferry which costs $45 - $270 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Massachusetts to Block Island?

The fastest way to get from Massachusetts to Block Island is to train and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $60 - $500.

How far is it from Massachusetts to Block Island?

The distance between Massachusetts and Block Island is 147 miles.

How do I travel from Massachusetts to Block Island without a car?

The best way to get from Massachusetts to Block Island without a car is to train and ferry which takes 4h 4m and costs $45 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Massachusetts to Block Island?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Massachusetts to Block Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Block Island?

There are 17+ hotels available in Block Island.

Massachusetts to Block Island - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Massachusetts to Block Island by train, ferry, or plane

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Boston to New Londontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry to Block Island / ...
4h 4m
$49–267
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Boston to Westerly Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Westerly State Airport (WST) to Block Island State Airport (BID)plane WST - BID
2h 52m
$60–498

Westerly State Airport (WST) to Block Island State Airport (BID) flights

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27 minAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Massachusetts to Block Island.

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Massachusetts, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Massachusetts to Block Island. However, you can take the train to New London, walk to New London, then take the ferry to Block Island. Alternatively, you can take the train to Westerly Amtrak Station, take the taxi to Westerly State Airport (WST) airport, then fly to Block Island State Airport (BID).

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