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Journey Information

There are 39 intercity buses per day from Boston to Hartford. Traveling by bus from Boston to Hartford usually takes around 2 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.

Distance93 mi (150 km)
Shortest duration1h 40m
Cheapest price$24.26
Trips per day16
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
Bus lines4

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Boston to Hartford

(Based on 104 ratings and reviews)

4.6

5.0

Khouchoua

January 12, 2024- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Quiet bus ride. Cons: Nothing :). Tips: Get to the station early!

5.0

Rachel

October 24, 2023- Visiting family

FlixBus US

It was quick and easy, and fit my budget.

5.0

Katie

October 9, 2023- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Affordable and easy travel! Cons: Nothing.

5.0

Lilibeth

September 1, 2023- Visiting friends

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: trip was conveniently cheap and fast. Cons: nothing good experience.

5.0

Chaya

August 6, 2023- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Smooth ride. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Don't come a second late. Buses leave on time.

How much is a bus ticket from Boston to Hartford?

$38.21 is the average price of a bus ticket from Boston to Hartford. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

$61$40$20MarApr

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Boston to Hartford is expected to range from $35 to $44. If you are looking to travel to Hartford within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from $35. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are $35 and can be found on March 26, 2024.

Monthly average prices

$67$54$40$27$13AMJJASONDJFM

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in June. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $32 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Boston to Hartford in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $43 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Prices as travel date approaches

$67$54$40$27$133020100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 24 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$6.98 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Boston to Hartford?

There are 4 bus lines from Boston to Hartford available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 30 daily trips, Peter Pan Lines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US21h 45m$39.22
Greyhound62h 18m$40.35
OurBus22h 17m$28.10
Peter Pan Lines302h 45m$42.45
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Boston to Hartford, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from Boston to Hartford every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 18 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Hartford usually start from $28.

  • OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from $26, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Boston to Hartford if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Hartford from $24. There are 30 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Boston to Hartford and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Hartford. In Boston, Peter Pan Lines departs to Hartford from Logan Airport Visitor Center and 1 other station. In Hartford, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station - 1 Union Pl and 4 other stations.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Hartford takes 2 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Hartford in 1 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 38 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Hartford.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 bus carriers that together provide 13 daily direct routes between Boston and Hartford: Greyhound and Peter Pan. An average Greyhound ticket for this route costs about $14.50, while the average Peter Pan ticket costs about $32.50. Traveling direct, a bus can make it from Boston to Hartford in as fast as 1 hour and 49 minutes, depending on traffic and weather conditions.
The Amtrak Northwest Regional travels part of the way between Boston and Hartford. However, the train is not direct — you will have to transfer in New Haven, CT. That means the fastest you can get to Hartford from Boston via train is 3 hours and 2 minutes, which makes the bus a much faster and cheaper option. (Train tickets for this route average about $67.)
The earliest bus to Hartford from Boston departs Beantown at about 6:00 a.m. EDT. There are 18 daily scheduled trips throughout the day, and the latest bus departs Boston around 10:00 p.m. EDT. Saturday is the busiest day of the week for this route, while Thursdays are the least busy.

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 150 kilometers from Boston to Hartford. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Because many passengers travel from Boston to Hartford at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Hartford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 39 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Hartford every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 16 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Hartford; ticket prices start at $16.17.

City Information

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Hartford

Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, and a New England destination with literary attractions, charming parks, and engaging activities for families.

The homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe, both in Hartford, have been turned into museums to learn more about these authors and their lives. If you prefer Edward Cullen to Tom Sawyer, you may appreciate that a more contemporary literary giant, Stephenie Meyer, was born in Hartford too.

The Elizabeth Park Conservancy is a spread of formal gardens and grounds where you can walk, picnic, and catch outdoor concerts or tours. Kids will love the antique carousel in Bushnell Park, as well as the hands-on exhibits at the Connecticut Science Center. For those who prefer to wander through cute downtowns, West Hartford offers some of the best shopping in the area.

With a large nearby airport, and many intercity bus and train services providing access to hubs like Boston and New York, getting to Hartford is about as easy as a walk in Bushnell Park.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Boston?

Main departure station: Logan Airport Visitor Center

Buses to Hartford leave from 4 stations in Boston.

All bus stations in Boston:

  • Logan Airport Visitor Center

  • South Station

  • 748 Atlantic Avenue - Alongside South Station Bus Terminal

  • 39 Dalton St

Where does the bus arrive in Hartford?

Hartford, CT - Union Station - HFDOUP-0

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Main arrival station: Union Station - 1 Union Pl

Union Station is a historic bus and train station located in the downtown area of Hartford, CT. Built in 1889, the station serves as the main stop in Hartford for all four Amtrak train lines that pass through the city, including the Northeast Regional, the Vermonter and the Valley Flyer, as well as the Hartford Line commuter train. Union Station is also used by bus carriers Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines as their main bus stop in Downtown Hartford. The station is easily accessible from all parts of the city and its surrounding areas through a variety of local and express transit bus lines. At Hartford’s Union Station, you will find some fast food options and vending machines, as well as restrooms and a waiting area.

Bus stations in Hartford:

  • Union Station - 1 Union Pl

  • Pearl and Ann St.

  • Pearl and Lewis St

  • Asylum St. At Bushnell Park

  • State St

  • Union Station area- North side of Church St

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