How to get from Athol to Boston by bus?

From Athol to Boston by bus

To get from Athol to Boston you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE bus from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound) station to Ymca, Athol station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0256S bus and finally take the SL4 bus from Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The bus schedule from Athol may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

226min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
Bus - SL4SL4
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Ymca, Athol
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ymca, Athol
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol MA
    ID ATL6
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0256S
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    160 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Essex St @ Atlantic Ave
    ID 6538
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - SL4SL4
    Wait for bus
    SL4
    Nubian
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    20 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Athol to Boston by bus and train

To get from Athol to Boston you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE bus from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound) station to Ymca, Athol station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0256S bus and finally take the LAKE SHORE LIMITED train from Springfield station to Back Bay - South End station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 40 min. The bus schedule from Athol may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

460min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
Train - LAKE SHORE LIMITEDLAKE SHORE LIMITED
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Market Basket (Athol)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ymca, Athol
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol MA
    ID ATL6
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0256S
    New York Port Authority
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    125 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Springfield
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - LAKE SHORE LIMITEDLAKE SHORE LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LAKE SHORE LIMITED
    Boston
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    140 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    1.58 mi • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athol to Boston

The distance between Athol and Boston is approximately 76.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athol to Boston by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Athol to Boston

To check the bus schedule from Athol to Boston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athol) and destination (Boston), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Athol to Boston by bus and train

To get from Athol to Boston you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE bus from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound) station to Ymca, Athol station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0256S bus and finally take the LAKE SHORE LIMITED train from Springfield station to Back Bay - South End station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 40 min. The bus schedule from Athol may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

460min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
Train - LAKE SHORE LIMITEDLAKE SHORE LIMITED
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLEATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE
    Market Basket (Athol)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ymca, Athol
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athol MA
    ID ATL6
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0256S
    New York Port Authority
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    125 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Springfield
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - LAKE SHORE LIMITEDLAKE SHORE LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LAKE SHORE LIMITED
    Boston
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    140 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    1.58 mi • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Athol to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Bus line ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE, Bus line GREYHOUND US0256S, Bus line SL4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Athol to Boston?

    The alternative route takes 460 minutes, using Bus line ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE, Bus line GREYHOUND US0256S, Train line LAKE SHORE LIMITED.

  • Is there a direct bus between Athol and Boston in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Athol to Boston in Boston?

    The ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE bus line goes from Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound) station near Athol in Boston to Ymca, Athol station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ymca, Athol station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athol to Boston in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Athol and Boston by bus is about 3 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Athol to get to Boston in Boston?

    Get on the ATHOL/ORANGE SHUTTLE bus from the Athol Memorial Hospital (Westbound) stop near Athol in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Athol and Boston in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Ymca, Athol stop, which is closest to Boston.

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