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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from New Bedford to Springfield. Traveling by bus from New Bedford to Springfield usually takes around 7 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
Distance | 91 mi (147 km) |
Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
Cheapest price | $56.59 |
Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from New Bedford to Springfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Bedford to Springfield. Peter Pan Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 7h 13m | $58.61 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to Springfield from $57. There are 1 Peter Pan Lines schedules from New Bedford to Springfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Springfield. In New Bedford, Peter Pan Lines departs to Springfield from SRTA Term - 134 Elm St and 1 other station. In Springfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Springfield and no other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New Bedford to Springfield takes 7 hours and 13 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Springfield in 5 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Springfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 147 kilometers from New Bedford to Springfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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 New Bedford to Springfield 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from New Bedford to Springfield. It leaves the station in New Bedford at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Springfield
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Image credit: Rusty Clark ~ 100K Photos
Link to image attributionFounded in 1636 as the first Springfield in North America, this city sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Perhaps best known as the birthplace of basketball, Springfield is a mecca for b-ball fans. Visitors can enjoy three levels of exhibits and interactive contests at the famous Basketball Hall of Fame.
Along with basketball, Springfield was also the birthplace of the immensely popular children's author, Theodore Geisel—more commonly known as Dr. Seuss. Enjoy a walk through the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden to see many of his most famous characters immortalized in bronze. History buffs should head to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlighting the town's important role as an arsenal during the Revolutionary War.
Springfield's central location between major tourist destinations like NYC, Boston, and the Berkshires means that it can be reached easily by most modes of transport. The city is served by several Amtrak lines and Peter Pan and Greyhound buses. Bradley International Airport and Westover Metropolitan Airport are also closeby, with frequent flights from destinations around the country.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Bedford?
Main departure station: SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
New Bedford has two bus stations with service to Springfield.
All bus stations in New Bedford:
SRTA Term - 134 Elm St
Park and Ride - Mt Pleasant Street
Where does the bus arrive in Springfield?
Main arrival station: Springfield
All buses from New Bedford arrive at one main station in Springfield.
Bus stations in Springfield:
Springfield
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