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

The cheapest way to get from Swampscott to Boston Common is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swampscott to Boston Common is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Swampscott and Boston Common?

No, there is no direct bus from Swampscott to Boston Common. However, there are services departing from Essex St opp Burrill St and arriving at Congress St @ Haymarket Sta via Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Swampscott and Boston Common?

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 Common?

The distance between Swampscott and Boston Common is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swampscott to Boston Common without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $2 - $8.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Boston Common bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Boston Common train from?

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

Train or bus from Swampscott to Boston Common?

The best way to get from Swampscott to Boston Common is to train which takes 47 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 455 bus and line 450 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Swampscott to Boston Common bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swampscott to Boston Common train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swampscott to Boston Common?

Yes, the driving distance between Swampscott to Boston Common is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Swampscott to Boston Common.

Where can I stay near Boston Common?

There are 877+ hotels available in Boston Common.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swampscott to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
47 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 Congress St @ Haymarket Stabus 450 / ...
1h 48m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swampscott to Boston Commontaxi 12.2 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 12.2 mi
1. Drive from Swampscott to Boston Commoncar 12.2 mi
20 min
$3–4

Swampscott to Boston Common by train and foot

175Weekly Services

47 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Swampscott, MA, USA and Boston Common, 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 Boston Common via Western Ave @ MBTA Lynn Garage and Congress St @ Haymarket Sta in around 1h 48m.

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