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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Boston to Pittsfield. Traveling by bus from Boston to Pittsfield usually takes around 3 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 112 mi (180 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 25m |
Cheapest price | $21.48 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
Bus lines | 3 |
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Buses from Boston to Pittsfield
- FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from $20
- Greyhound: 1 daily buses from $26
- Peter Pan Lines: 4 daily buses from $46
How much is a bus ticket from Boston to Pittsfield?
Bus tickets for a trip from Boston to Pittsfield cost $24.74 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Boston to Pittsfield is expected to be between $26 and $40. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is April 24, 2024, when tickets are available for April 24, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $26.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to $19.99.
What bus companies travel from Boston to Pittsfield?
There are 3 bus lines from Boston to Pittsfield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 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:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 1 | 3h 26m | $40.35 |
Greyhound | 1 | 3h 45m | $29.12 |
Peter Pan Lines | 4 | 4h 15m | $50.49 |
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 1 trips per day from Boston to Pittsfield, 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 1 bus trips from Boston to Pittsfield every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Pittsfield usually start from $26.
Book Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Pittsfield from $46. There are 4 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Pittsfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Pittsfield. In Boston, Peter Pan Lines departs to Pittsfield from Logan Airport Visitor Center and one other station. In Pittsfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at 1 Columbus Avenue .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Boston to Pittsfield takes 4 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Pittsfield in 3 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Pittsfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 112 miles from Boston to Pittsfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 25 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 Pittsfield 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Pittsfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Pittsfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Pittsfield; ticket prices start at $9.00.
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.
Pittsfield
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Pittsfield is the largest city in the Berkshires region, Massachusetts. It is famous for having iconic residents like the author of Moby Dick, Herman Melville, and Rev. Thomas Allen of the Revolutionary War. Pittsfield offers many outdoor activities, like hiking on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail or skiing on a 750-foot mountain at Bousquet Mountain Ski Area. Campers can check out the Pittsfield State Forest, while Lake Onota offers a scenic view. There are also different areas for history in Pittsfield, like the Hancock Shaker Village, which features living history exhibits, and the Berkshire Museum offers natural history. The city is popular among young families due to its fun activities and green spaces.
Pittsfield's downtown is the cultural center of Massachusetts, boasting an exciting dining scene with bars, cafés, and live music. Local stores also look out for when shopping and fun events like the Pittsfield Photo Challenge and the Berkshire International Film Festival. The latest addition is the Stargaze LGBTQ+ Festival in August.
Six bus routes go to Pittsfield, all powered by Greyhound. There are plenty of train services as well, offered by Amtrak and Amtrak Lake Shore Limited. Within the city, the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority provides public transportation.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Boston?
Main departure station: 748 Atlantic Avenue - Alongside South Station Bus Terminal
Buses to Pittsfield leave from 3 stations in Boston.
All bus stations in Boston:
748 Atlantic Avenue - Alongside South Station Bus Terminal
Logan Airport Visitor Center
South Station
Where does the bus arrive in Pittsfield?
Main arrival station: Scelsi Transp Ctr - 1 Columbus Ave
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Pittsfield.
All bus stations in Pittsfield:
Scelsi Transp Ctr - 1 Columbus Ave
1 Columbus Avenue
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