Transport from Boston Logan to Hotel in Boston

[GreenValleyDogWalker]

Can someone recommend a good, reliable transportation service (not Uber or Lyft - we are senior citizens with no experience using them)

From the Boston Logan airport to the Bostonian Hotel in (North End) Boston 

 

Thank You 

[WatchHill]

https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Logan-Airport/The-Bostonian-Boston

 

Looks like taxi would be the easiest option. 

 

Darcy

[1025cruise]

Taxi/Uber/Lyft.

[Nitemare]

Bostonian Hotel isn't really in the North End, although it has a nice view of that area.  Taxi would be easiest, but the subway would be pretty easy.  Shuttle bus at the curb to the train, $2.40/person and 2 stops to Aquarium Station and a 5 minute walk or 3 stops to State Street and a 3 minute walk

 

I'd do Aquarium as the walk from there is more "open" and obvious which way to go.  I always get lost at State station and come out the worst of many exits.

 

BTW, that Rome to Rio info is REALLY confusing and inaccurate in terms of public transport options.  I don't even see the Blue line option and that is something that has been the best way to do this for most folks for over 50 years

Edited October 28, 2022 by Nitemare

[navybankerteacher]

11 hours ago, GreenValleyDogWalker said:

Can someone recommend a good, reliable transportation service (not Uber or Lyft - we are senior citizens with no experience using them)

From the Boston Logan airport to the Bostonian Hotel in (North End) Boston 

 

Thank You 

If you are traveling light, you could take the water shuttle from the airport to Long Wharf, then a ten minute walk to the hotel.. Otherwise a taxi is probably easiest. 

 

p.s. As a senior citizen myself, I decided to learn about Uber - not that tough to master, and a VERY convenient alternative almost anywhere in the US.

[Nanatravel]

Taxi is the best mode of transfer for seniors with luggage.  It might cost you $25 but you will get there.  Enjoy your stay and cruise from the Ray Flynn/Black Falcon pier.

 

[AnnaNicole]

If you are traveling light and up for walking, it is really easy (and cheap) to take the T subway to/from the airport.   As suggested above, take the blue line and get off at the aquarium.

 

Boston is such a walkable city.   It's easy to get around using the T (MBTA).

Edited October 28, 2022 by AnnaNicole

[GTJ]

On 10/28/2022 at 9:59 AM, Nitemare said:

Taxi would be easiest, but the subway would be pretty easy. Shuttle bus at the curb to the train, $2.40/person and 2 stops to Aquarium Station and a 5 minute walk or 3 stops to State Street and a 3 minute walk. I'd do Aquarium as the walk from there is more "open" and obvious which way to go. I always get lost at State station and come out the worst of many exits.

 

BTW, that Rome to Rio info is REALLY confusing and inaccurate in terms of public transport options.

I concur with the ease of the subway plan. More specifically, and because route colors are most commonly used on the "T": the train from the airport station (to where the no. 33 shuttle bus travels) is the "Blue" line.

 

While ferry is also an option from Logan, it, too, requires a shuttle bus ride (this time the no. 66 route). The ferry operates only half-hourly, and the $15.00 one-way fare is relatively steep for a short 10-minute trip. There is also an option to depart Logan on the "Silver" line. But that is round-about and requires one or two additional connections. The "Blue" line is best based on travel time, ease, and fare.

 

I also concur with the characterization of Rome to Rio. The website might be useful in identifying transportation options not otherwise already known, but once learning of the options the best course of action is to go to the websites of the individual transportation providers themselves, and not to rely on Rome to Rio for logistical details.

[AnnaNicole]

On 10/28/2022 at 6:11 PM, AnnaNicole said:

If you are traveling light and up for walking, it is really easy (and cheap) to take the T subway to/from the airport.   As suggested above, take the blue line and get off at the aquarium.

 

Boston is such a walkable city.   It's easy to get around using the T (MBTA).

I wasn't able to edit my post.   But I wanted to clarify that you would take the Blue line INBOUND (Bowdoin) from the airport to downtown.     You can get off at aquarium station or you can stay on until state or government center (connect to other lines at either of these stops) or you can continue on to Bowdoin (end of line).

 

If you are going from downtown to the airport take the Blue Line OUTBOUND (Wonderland) to the airport.

[Noxequifans]

I’ve traveled into Logan many times. Almost always used a taxi to get to my destination ….. relatively easy and quick.

[Nitemare]

On 10/31/2022 at 6:13 AM, Noxequifans said:

I’ve traveled into Logan many times. Almost always used a taxi to get to my destination ….. relatively easy and quick.

Taxi is good for some folks.  I've used one a couple times, but mostly used the subway or the Silver Line to the Commuter rail.  All depends on your destination, amount of time you have, self-confidence, and depth of your wallet

[CaribbeanBound]

We LIKE using the T to get from the airport to the Aquarium stop via the Blue line. 

 

Upon arrival, you'll find Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) vending machines near baggage claim where you can use cash or credit card to buy a 7-day T-Pass (You can also buy single-use passes, or store any amount of money on a pass if you prefer). It's all stored on a paper "Charlie Ticket". You can also buy your passes at any subway station. It gives you unlimited travel on the Subway, Local Bus, Inner Harbor Ferry, and Commuter Rail Zone 1A. The 7-Day Pass is valid for 7 days from the date and time of purchase. We used it exclusively and extensively on the subways. There are 4 subway lines: blue, green, orange and red. Now that we're in Boston, from here on out, the subways are referred to as the "T". Be sure to pick up a T map upon arrival. You can also order one by phone before you leave.

 

A note about the T lines: there are at least two at each station. One goes the way you want to go and the other goes in the opposite direction. Make sure you know which way you are going. Generally "inbound" trains are heading into the city while "outbound" trains are going out from the city. There are several stations for each T and a few opportunities to change from one T color to another to get you where you want to go. Most of the time the T will display its color and post its termination point which is usually the end of the line. Assuming you've looked at a T map and know which station you want to exit at, make a note as to the termination station on that line. Once you know which end of the line that termination point is, then you can easily determine if that's the right T to board.

Most of the T stations are well marked and easy to find streetside. Others however are very hard to find since many are located under historic buildings and in the middle of the street. The closest Orange line station to Custom House is hiding in the basement of the Old State House. The Museum of Fine Arts Green Line station is located in the middle of the street in front and to the right (as you face the street) of the museum.

 

From Logan airport, outside of baggage claim, take the free shuttle buses marked "Massport" #33 or #55, that stop at each of the airport terminals (A, B, C, and E), to the "Airport" T station serviced by the blue line. When you get off the bus, walk into the station and follow signs to the blue line inbound route to "Bowdoin". Get off at the "Aquarium" station. Be aware that the Aquarium station has three entrance/exits. Do not take the exit to the Aquarium if going to Custom House. Instead, follow the signage to the "State Street" exit and then follow the signs to Faneuil Hall/Quincy Marketplace. When you get up to the street level Custom House will be directly across the street! (If you are staying at Marriott Long Wharf, do follow signs to the Aquarium exit. That hotel is literally next to the exit).

 

A Week in Boston (lavasurfer.com)

[1025cruise]

1 hour ago, CaribbeanBound said:

We LIKE using the T to get from the airport to the Aquarium stop via the Blue line. 

 

Upon arrival, you'll find Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) vending machines near baggage claim where you can use cash or credit card to buy a 7-day T-Pass (You can also buy single-use passes, or store any amount of money on a pass if you prefer). It's all stored on a paper "Charlie Ticket". You can also buy your passes at any subway station. It gives you unlimited travel on the Subway, Local Bus, Inner Harbor Ferry, and Commuter Rail Zone 1A. The 7-Day Pass is valid for 7 days from the date and time of purchase. We used it exclusively and extensively on the subways. There are 4 subway lines: blue, green, orange and red. Now that we're in Boston, from here on out, the subways are referred to as the "T". Be sure to pick up a T map upon arrival. You can also order one by phone before you leave.

 

A note about the T lines: there are at least two at each station. One goes the way you want to go and the other goes in the opposite direction. Make sure you know which way you are going. Generally "inbound" trains are heading into the city while "outbound" trains are going out from the city. There are several stations for each T and a few opportunities to change from one T color to another to get you where you want to go. Most of the time the T will display its color and post its termination point which is usually the end of the line. Assuming you've looked at a T map and know which station you want to exit at, make a note as to the termination station on that line. Once you know which end of the line that termination point is, then you can easily determine if that's the right T to board.

Most of the T stations are well marked and easy to find streetside. Others however are very hard to find since many are located under historic buildings and in the middle of the street. The closest Orange line station to Custom House is hiding in the basement of the Old State House. The Museum of Fine Arts Green Line station is located in the middle of the street in front and to the right (as you face the street) of the museum.

 

From Logan airport, outside of baggage claim, take the free shuttle buses marked "Massport" #33 or #55, that stop at each of the airport terminals (A, B, C, and E), to the "Airport" T station serviced by the blue line. When you get off the bus, walk into the station and follow signs to the blue line inbound route to "Bowdoin". Get off at the "Aquarium" station. Be aware that the Aquarium station has three entrance/exits. Do not take the exit to the Aquarium if going to Custom House. Instead, follow the signage to the "State Street" exit and then follow the signs to Faneuil Hall/Quincy Marketplace. When you get up to the street level Custom House will be directly across the street! (If you are staying at Marriott Long Wharf, do follow signs to the Aquarium exit. That hotel is literally next to the exit).

 

A Week in Boston (lavasurfer.com)

Not really an option unless you can haul your own luggage. Taxi makes more sense.

Plus, rather than having to haul to the airport blue line station, it would be better to take the free silver line to South Station as it picks up in front of the terminal.

[California Dreamers]

Is it possible to get from Logan Airport to Falcon Cruise Terminal using the Silver Line?

[navybankerteacher]

1 hour ago, California Dreamers said:

Is it possible to get from Logan Airport to Falcon Cruise Terminal using the Silver Line?

Yes Silver Line 1 stops at the airport terminals - take it to Silver Line Way, then change to Silver Line 2 to Black Falcon.

[Rubyfisch]

On 1/7/2023 at 11:25 AM, 1025cruise said:

Not really an option unless you can haul your own luggage. Taxi makes more sense.

Plus, rather than having to haul to the airport blue line station, it would be better to take the free silver line to South Station as it picks up in front of the terminal.

Depending on what terminal you come into, you still may have to haul your luggage quite aways to get to a taxi. In the C terminal, they've moved the taxi line to central parking (where Lyft, Uber, and the black cars are). It's a substantially shorter walk to either the Silver Line or the Blue Line bus