How To Get From Boston To Cape Cod: 5 Ways

With beautiful sandy beaches, charming cottages, diverse species, and a peaceful environment ─ it’s easy to see why Cape Cod is a popular summertime destination. To know how to travel from Boston to Cape Cod, read our guide below!

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Where Is Cape Cod Located?

Cape Cod is a peninsula located in the Atlantic Ocean, in the state of Massachusetts. It has 15 towns and 4 geographical regions: upper, mid, lower, and outer Cape Cod. The islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard are also nearby. The area is often referred to as “the Cape and Islands”.

Where To Stay In Cape Cod?

Cape Cod is home to a wide range of accommodation options from budget-friendly stays to luxurious hotels. CuddlyNest offers a well-curated list of fantastic hotels, motels, and B&Bs in this area. Find your next stay near Provincetown, Hyannis, Falmouth, or Nantucket.

How To Get From Boston To Cape Cod

Boston To Cape Cod By Car

If you plan to visit the farthest tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown, the drive can last about two and a half hours. Meanwhile, it takes only 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Barnstable, the county seat of Barnstable County. The best way to travel by car is to take I-93 South from Boston, MA-3 South, and finally US-6 East to MA-132 S/Lyannough Road.

Travel Time: from 1 hour 20 minutes to 2.5 hours

Boston To Cape Cod By Train

Taking a train from Boston to Cape Cod is only available for a few months. The train line Cape Flyer only operates from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. It goes from South Station (Boston) to Hyannis (Cape Cod) and stops at places like Braintree, Brockton, Middleborough/Lakeville, Wareham Village, Buzzards Bay, and Bourne.

Travel Time: 2.5 hours

Cost: $35 – $40 round trip, free for children under 11

Boston To Cape Cod By Bus

The best way to travel from Boston to Cape Cod is by bus. Peter Pan Lines run daily between Logan Airport and South Station to numerous Cape Cod destinations (Barnstable, Barnstable Airport in Hyannis, Buzzards Bay, Falmouth, Hyannis, Woods Hole).

Travel Time: an hour and 15 minutes or more, depending on the location

Cost: from $17+ for a one-way ticket

Boston To Cape Cod By Ferry

Boston Harbor Cruises and Bay State Cruise Company offer a ferry service from downtown Boston to Provincetown. Nevertheless, Provincetown ferry is the fastest passenger-only catamaran in the United States. Keep in mind that ferries only operate in the best weather, usually between May and October.

Travel Time: 90 minutes

Cost: from $90+

Boston To Cape Cod By Plane

The popular Cape Air has flights from Boston’s Logan International Airport to Provincetown, Hyannis, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard. If you want to be in Cape Cod as soon as possible, this is the best option for you.

Travel Time: about 30 minutes

Cost: $200+ round trip

FAQ

How long is the ferry ride from Cape Cod to Boston?

90 minutes.

How do you get from Boston to Cape Cod?

There are five ways to get from Boston to Cape Cod ─ by car, bus, train, ferry, and plane.

Can you get to Cape Cod without a car?

Yes. You can get to Cape Cod by bus, train, ferry, or plane.

How much is a train from Boston to Cape Cod?

Between $35 to $40 for a round trip.

Where are the best beaches in Cape Cod?

The best beaches in Cape Cod are the ones facing Cape Cod Bay.

Where is Buzzards Bay?

Buzzards Bay is located in the Atlantic Ocean. It’s connected to Cape Cod Bay by the Cape Cod Canal.

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