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

The cheapest way to get from Wellesley to Block Island is to train and ferry which costs $60 - $120 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellesley to Block Island is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $75 - $340.

Is there a direct train between Wellesley and Block Island?

No, there is no direct train from Wellesley to Block Island station. However, there are services departing from Wellesley Square and arriving at Westerly Amtrak Station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Wellesley to Block Island?

The distance between Wellesley and Block Island is 160 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wellesley to Block Island without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 34m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Wellesley to Block Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellesley to Block Island train from?

Wellesley to Block Island train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Wellesley Square station.

Where does the Wellesley to Block Island train arrive?

Wellesley to Block Island train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Back Bay station.

Where can I stay near Block Island?

There are 17+ hotels available in Block Island.

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Wellesley to Block Island by train, ferry, or train (Amtrak)

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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 / ...
5h 34m
$64–112
Train
1. Take the train from Wellesley Square to Back Baytrain
2. Take the train from Boston to Westerly Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 21m
$78–332

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Distance: 158.6 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Wellesley Square to Block Island State Airport (BID) via Back Bay, Boston, Westerly Amtrak Station, and Westerly State Airport (WST) in around 4h 21m.

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