How far is Cape Cod from Boston in miles?

About 55 miles to the Sagamore Bridge at the start of the Cape, about 70 miles to Hyannis and about 115 miles to Provincetown at the tip, measured by road from South Station.

How long is the drive from Boston to Cape Cod?

Without traffic, about an hour to the Sagamore Bridge, about 1 hour 15 minutes to Hyannis and about 2 hours 10 minutes to Provincetown. Summer weekend traffic at the canal bridges can add a lot.

Can you do a day trip to Cape Cod from Boston?

Yes, to the Upper Cape and Mid-Cape, which are a little over an hour away without traffic. For Provincetown, the 90-minute fast ferry makes a better day trip than the drive.

Is there a ferry from Boston to Cape Cod?

Only to Provincetown, in season. Bay State Cruise Company and Boston Harbor City Cruises both run 90-minute fast ferries; in 2026 they sail from May 16 into October, with Bay State adding a late-fall schedule into mid-November.

What is the closest part of Cape Cod to Boston?

The Upper Cape: Bourne and Sandwich, just over the canal. The Sagamore Bridge is about 55 miles from downtown Boston.

How far is Provincetown from Boston?

About 115 miles by road, a little over two hours without traffic. By water it is about 90 minutes on the seasonal fast ferry.

Can you get to Cape Cod from Boston without a car?

Yes. Buses run from South Station and Logan Airport to Hyannis all year, the CapeFLYER train runs to Hyannis on summer weekends, and fast ferries go to Provincetown in season.

How much does the T cost in Boston?

A subway ride is $2.40 and a local bus ride is $1.70 with a contactless card, CharlieCard, CharlieTicket or cash. A 1-day pass is $11 and a 7-day pass is $22.50.

Is the subway free in Boston?

No, but children 11 and under ride free, and the Silver Line SL1 bus from Logan Airport to South Station is free from the airport.

Can I pay for the T with my phone or credit card?

Yes. Tap a contactless bank card or a phone or watch wallet at subway gates and on buses, the Silver Line and ferries. It does not work on the Commuter Rail.

Do I need a CharlieCard as a visitor?

No. Tapping your own contactless card is easiest for pay-as-you-go rides. A CharlieCard or CharlieTicket is useful if you want a 1-day or 7-day pass.

Do you tap out on the Boston subway?

No. Tap once when you enter a station or board a bus. Subway and bus fares are flat, so there is no tapping out.

What time does the T stop running?

Most subway and bus service ends around 1 a.m. and starts again around 5 a.m. There is no overnight train service.

How do I get from Logan Airport to downtown Boston on the T?

Take the free Silver Line SL1 bus from any terminal to South Station, or the free Massport shuttle to Airport station on the Blue Line, which runs to Aquarium and State stations downtown.

Why is it called the CharlieCard?

It is named after Charlie, the man trapped on Boston's subway in the 1949 song M.T.A., which the Kingston Trio made famous.

What is the best tour to take in Boston?

For a first visit, a guided Freedom Trail walk. The Freedom Trail Foundation's 90-minute Walk Into History tour leaves the Boston Common visitor center daily and costs $17 for adults.

What is the best way to tour Boston?

On foot. Downtown, the North End and Beacon Hill are compact, and the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail links 16 historic sites. Use a Duck Tour, trolley or harbor cruise to add the river and waterfront.

Are there free tours in Boston?

Yes. National Park Service rangers lead free talks and tours seasonally from Faneuil Hall, the State House offers free weekday tours, and the Boston Public Library runs free weekly guided tours with registration.

How long is a Boston Duck Tour?

About 80 minutes, covering downtown landmarks by land and then the Charles River. Ticket prices exclude a 5% Convention Center fee.

How long does the Freedom Trail take?

The guided Walk Into History tour takes 90 minutes. Walking the full 2.5-mile trail to Charlestown on your own takes longer, especially if you go inside the sites.

Can you tour Fenway Park year-round?

Yes. Fenway Park tours run every day of the year, and on game days the last tour leaves three hours before the first pitch. Adult tickets are $30.

Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Boston?

Yes. Old Town Trolley runs a hop-on, hop-off trolley loop with 17 stops around the city and the Freedom Trail.

When can you take a whale watching tour from Boston?

The New England Aquarium Whale Watch with Boston Harbor City Cruises runs from mid-May through November. Trips last three to four hours, from $75.

When is Boston Calling 2027?

June 4 to 6, 2027, at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, Boston. The festival did not run in 2026.

What size bag can I bring to Boston Calling?

A clear bag smaller than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, or a clutch or fanny pack up to 6 by 9 inches with no more than one pocket. Empty hydration packs are allowed. Backpacks are not.

Can I bring a water bottle to Boston Calling?

Yes, if it is empty when you enter. Reusable bottles, hydration packs and plastic or aluminum bottles are allowed.

Can I bring food or snacks to Boston Calling?

No. Outside food and drink of any kind is prohibited. The festival has more than 30 local food vendors inside.

Can I bring a chair or blanket to Boston Calling?

No. Chairs, blankets, sheets, towels, umbrellas and tents are all on the prohibited list.

Is sunscreen allowed at Boston Calling?

Yes, in non-aerosol containers of 3.4 ounces or less. Aerosol sunscreen is not allowed.

How do I get to Boston Calling?

Take the Red Line to Harvard station and walk about 10 minutes down JFK Street and over the Charles River to Gate 1 on North Harvard Street. There is no parking at the site.

Is Boston Calling cashless?

Yes. The festival is fully cashless, and you pay by tapping your registered wristband.

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