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

The cheapest way to get from Swampscott to Boston is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swampscott to Boston is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Swampscott and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Swampscott to Boston. However, there are services departing from Essex St opp Burrill St and arriving at Surface Rd @ Hanover St via Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Swampscott and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swampscott and arriving at North Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Swampscott to Boston?

The distance between Swampscott and Boston is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swampscott to Boston without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $2 - $8.

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

The train from Swampscott to North Station takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Boston bus from?

Swampscott to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Essex St opp Burrill St station.

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Boston train from?

Swampscott to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Swampscott station.

Train or bus from Swampscott to Boston?

The best way to get from Swampscott to Boston is to train which takes 29 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 455 bus and line 450 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Swampscott to Boston bus arrive?

Swampscott to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage station.

Where does the Swampscott to Boston train arrive?

Swampscott to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Swampscott to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Swampscott to Boston is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Swampscott to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1808+ hotels available in Boston.

Swampscott to Boston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 455 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Swampscott to Boston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swampscott to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
29 min
$2–8
Line 455 bus, line 450 bus
1. Take the bus from Essex St opp Burrill St to Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garagebus 455
2. Take the bus from Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage to Surface Rd @ Hanover Stbus 450 / ...
1h 31m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swampscott to Bostontaxi 11.8 mi
19 min
$35–50
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Swampscott to Bostoncar 11.8 mi
19 min
$3–4

Swampscott to Boston by train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

MBTA operates a train from Swampscott to North Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex St opp Burrill St to Surface Rd @ Hanover St via Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage in around 1h 31m.

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