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Journey Information

There are 27 intercity buses per day from Boston to Springfield. Traveling by bus from Boston to Springfield usually takes around 2 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.

Distance80 mi (129 km)
Shortest duration1h 35m
Cheapest price£10.42
Trips per day10
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
Bus lines3

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Boston to Springfield

(Based on 69 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Donald

14 December 2023- Solo travel

Greyhound

Pros: Professional and safe driver.excellent customer service. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Be on time.

5.0

Katherine

7 October 2023

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: the only reason i am giving 5 stars is because the bus driver was amazing--that's it. Cons: the only reason i am giving 5 stars is because the bus driver was amazing--that's it. Tips: the only reason i am giving 5 stars is because the bus driver was amazing--that's it.

5.0

Abiodun

13 June 2023- Business

Peter Pan Lines

The driver showed a high level of care for passengers

5.0

Arieana

22 April 2023- Solo travel

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: it was easy. Cons: more communication about delays.

5.0

Faye

12 February 2023- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Very efficient, even arrived in Springfield 5 minutes early!! Cons: Nothing, everything was great! Tips: Arrive around 20-30 min before bus departure if you want first pick of seats.

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How much is a bus ticket from Boston to Springfield?

£20.71 is the average price of a bus ticket from Boston to Springfield. 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

£24£16£8AprApr

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Boston to Springfield is expected to range from £16 to £23. If you are looking to travel to Springfield within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £17. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £16 and can be found on 9 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in January. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £16 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Boston to Springfield in March, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £22 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

£40£32£24£16£83020100

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 20 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £2.80 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Boston to Springfield?

There are 3 bus lines from Boston to Springfield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 21 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 49m£14.74
Greyhound51h 57m£15.04
Peter Pan Lines213h 17m£25.93

  • 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 Springfield, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 5 bus trips from Boston to Springfield every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Springfield usually start from £10.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Springfield from £13. There are 21 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Springfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Springfield. In Boston, Peter Pan Lines departs to Springfield from Logan Airport Visitor Center and one other station. In Springfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Springfield .

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Springfield takes 3 hours and 17 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Springfield in 1 hours and 35 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 29 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Springfield.

Frequently Asked Questions

Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines both offer routes from Boston to Springfield, Massachusetts. Peter Pan offers the most options with 10 per day, and you can expect to pay about $21 for a ticket. The average travel time on Peter Pan is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Greyhound offers 4 routes per day, but has cheaper tickets than Peter Pan, averaging just $10. The average travel time on Greyhound is 2 hours and 17 minutes.
There are two direct trains per day between Boston and Springfield on the Amtrak Lakeshore Limited. Tickets average $22, and the average travel time is 2 hours and 24 minutes. There are also a number of indirect trains that operate daily, if you are willing to endure transfers. Tickets tend to be more expensive, however, and the travel time takes an additional 2 hours.
A day trip from Boston to Springfield is definitely doable. Considering the first bus of the day leaves Boston at 6:00 a.m., and the ride takes just 2 hours and 15 minutes, you could get in a relatively complete day of activities in Springfield before heading home. The last bus back to Boston doesn’t leave until 9:00 p.m., so theoretically you could get in a full 12 hours in Springfield.

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 129 kilometers from Boston to Springfield. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 35 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Springfield. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Springfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Springfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 10 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, MA to Springfield, MA; ticket prices start at £7.22.

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.

Springfield

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Founded 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 immortalised 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 coaches. 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 Boston?

Main departure station: Logan Airport Visitor Center

Buses to Springfield leave from 3 stations in Boston.

All bus stations in Boston:

  • Logan Airport Visitor Center

  • 748 Atlantic Avenue - Alongside South Station Bus Terminal

  • South Station

Where does the bus arrive in Springfield?

Main arrival station: Springfield

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Springfield.

Bus stations in Springfield:

  • Springfield

  • Union Station Transportation Center

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