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

The cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Boston is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Boston is to fly and train which takes 5h 56m and costs $55 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Swarthmore and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Swarthmore to Boston. However, there are services departing from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av and arriving at Boston via Philadelphia Bus Station and New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Swarthmore and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Swarthmore to Boston. However, there are services departing from Swarthmore and arriving at Boston via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Swarthmore to Boston?

The distance between Swarthmore and Boston is 334 miles. The road distance is 311.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Boston without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $85 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Swarthmore to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Boston bus from?

Swarthmore to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Boston train from?

Swarthmore to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Swarthmore to Boston?

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Boston is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $85 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Swarthmore to Boston bus arrive?

Swarthmore to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Swarthmore to Boston train arrive?

Swarthmore to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Swarthmore to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Swarthmore to Boston is 311 miles. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Swarthmore to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1765+ hotels available in Boston.

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There are 8 ways to get from Swarthmore to Boston by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
6h 25m
$88–234
Drive 309.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swarthmore to Bostoncar 309.5 mi
6h 17m
$57–82
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to Bostonbus Ppb 5623 / ...
9h 21m
$68–123
Fly to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
2. Take the train from TF Green Airport to South Stationtrain
5h 56m
$59–344
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Bostonbus FlixBus 2610 / ...
10h 6m
$58–97
Fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane PHL - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
5h 59m
$73–431
Fly to Bradley International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane PHL - BDL
2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Bostonbus
6h 50m
$91–538
Fly to Worcester Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Worcester Regional Airport (ORH)plane PHL - ORH
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Bostonbus
6h 27m
$68–414

Swarthmore to Boston by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 331.9 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Swarthmore, PA, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–800 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to Boston via 69th St TC South DropOff, 69th St Transit Center, 11th St, Philadelphia Bus Station, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and New York in around 9h 21m.

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