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As much as we all love the South Shore there are times we want to and need to get out. In fact, many of us find ourselves daily on the South East Expressway commuting to work and wondering what that commute may be like. There are several public transportation options available that may make the commute more predictable and also less stressful.
While everyone’s situation is different, one of the following might make your commute a little more palatable. Please refer to the online sites for detailed rates, schedules and other information- to ensure the alternative transportation works for you!
The two commuter lines that emanate from the South Shore are THE OLD COLONY and the GREENBUSH Lines. One spur of Old Colony originates in Plymouth or Kingston, travels to Halifax, Hanson, Whitman, Abington, S. Weymouth, Braintree, UMA Boston and ends at South Station, Boston.
The Greenbush Line originates In Scituate, travels to N. Scituate, Cohasette, Nantasket Junction, West Hingham, East Weymouth, East Braintree, Quincy Center, UMass Boston and ends at South Station.
Origination to South Station takes about an hour and prices for the commuter train vary depending on distance from about $2 to $9 and there is generally a charge for parking at lots.
Two Commuter Boats travel from Fore River Shipyard in Quincy and Hewitt’s Cove in Hingham to Boston’s Long Wharf and Rowe’s Wharf respectively for $6 each way. For $12 the boat goes to Logan airport where one picks up a Massport shuttle bus to complete the trip to the airport terminal. A third Boat from Hull, Ma also goes to Boston.
The Logan Express Bus is yet another way to get to the airport from Braintree, MA for about $10 per trip. Get dropped off or park in Braintree and let the bus driver deliver you to your terminal and pick you up at the airport when you return from your trip.
The “T” Red Line that originates in Braintree is a relatively inexpensive alternative and runs quite frequently. Park for about $8/day or get dropped off and picked up at the parking garage. This particular line goes directly to Cambridge, Ma and connects to the other Subway lines in Boston.
Again, please refer to all the above online sites for current detailed and updated information. The above is a summary to inform and remind that there are alternatives to driving when making a commute north to Boston!
But whether you choose to travel by car, boat, train, or helicopter, visit the A. G. Gordon, Inc. website for insurance resources or to get a quote. Our job is to make insurance make sense.
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