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Flying to Boston
Major US and European airlines offer direct flights to Boston and they include American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Norwegian, and United. The period between January to March is often cheaper, while fares tend to be at their highest in July and August.
From London - 7 hours 25 minutes; New York - 1 hour 15 minutes; Los Angeles - 5 hours 35 minutes; Toronto - 1 hour 35 minutes; Sydney - 20 hours 30 minutes (including stopover).
City Airports:
Telephone:+1 603 624 6539
Website:www.flymanchester.com
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Website:www.flymanchester.com
Location:
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is situated 8km (5 miles) from Manchester city centre, New Hampshire, and less than 80km (50 miles) north of Boston.
Money:
There are several ATMs on the ground and first floors of the airport. However, there is currently no currency exchange service at Manchester-Boston International Airport. Passengers wishing to exchange their money should travel to a local bank in the city centre.
Luggage:
Luggage trolleys are available in the terminal. The lost and found office (tel: +1 603 628 6019) should be contacted for any items lost within the airport complex.
Telephone:+1 800 235 6426
Website:www.massport.com
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Website:www.massport.com
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Boston Logan International Airport is located 5.3km (3.3 miles) northeast of Boston.
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Banks, ATMs and bureau de change are available throughout Boston Logan International Airport.
Luggage:
A lost and found service (tel: +1 617 568 7514) is available at the airport, and is operated by the Massachusetts Port Authority, Public Services Department. Items may be collected from the Lost and Found office on the departures level between Terminals B and C.
Travel by road
Summary:
In Boston, driving is on the right and the minimum driving age is 16 years. The speed limit on most major highways is 88kph (55mph). On sections of the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), the speed limit is 104kph (65mph). Elsewhere, limits range from 32 to 80kph (20 to 50mph). It is possible to turn right at a red traffic light after stopping, unless otherwise indicated. Technically overtaking should only be done on the outside lane, although, in reality, cars on a five-lane highway regularly pass on both sides. At crossroads without traffic lights, the four-way stop system means that it is first-come first-served; the car to the right proceeds first.
While most non-US driving licences are acceptable, some car hire companies may require an International Driving Permit, especially if your licence isn't in English. Third-party insurance is mandatory. The American Automobile Association (tel: +1 800 222 4357; www.aaa.com) can provide information, and may offer reciprocal benefits to members of automobile clubs in other countries.
Emergency breakdown service:
AAA (tel: +1 800 222 4357).
Routes:
There are two main road arteries leading into Boston. The I-93 (often called the 'Central Artery') cuts through central Downtown running north-south and keeping close to the waterfront. The I-90, known locally as the 'Masspike' (the Massachusetts Turnpike), comes into the city centre travelling west-east. These two roads meet the ring road arc of the I-95 (known locally as Route 128). Access to the downtown area from the northeast and the airport is via road tunnels. The Callahan Tunnel (no toll) is outgoing, but there is an incoming toll for the Sumner and Ted Williams tunnels.
Driving times:
From Hartford - 1 hour 40 minutes; Albany - 3 hours; New York City - 4 hours; Montreal - 5 hours.
Coaches:
South Station, on the junction of Summer Street and Atlantic Avenue, is the central coach station. Greyhound (tel: +1 800 231 2222; www.greyhound.com) operates services throughout the USA. Peter Pan Bus Lines (tel: +1 800 343 9999; www.peterpanbus.com) goes all over New England and down to New York. Plymouth & Brockton Street Railway buses (tel: +1 508 746 0378; www.p-b.com) goes to the South Shore and Cape Cod.
Travel by rail
Services:
Amtrak uses Boston's South Station at the junction of Summer Street and Atlantic Avenue, and Back Bay Station, at 145 Dartmouth Street. Although Amtrak services are notoriously slow and often subject to delays, the Acela Express service between Boston, New York and Washington, DC is fast and more reliable.
Operators:
Amtrak (tel: +1 800 872 7245; www.amtrak.com) is the USA's national rail operator. The Northeast Regional service travels from Boston to Virginia Beach via New York and Washington, DC. The Lakeshore Limited service goes from Boston eastwards to Chicago via Albany. Amtrak's high-speed train service, the Acela Express, is the fastest way to reach New York and Washington, DC, but tickets tend to be more expensive.
Journey times:
From New York - 3 hours 40 minutes; Washington, DC - 7 hours; Chicago - 21 hours 25 minutes.
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