Distance from Boston to South Boston (United States)

The distance between Boston, Massachusetts and South Boston, Massachusetts is 3 kilometers (2 miles).

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

South Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston and South Boston are closely situated within the same metropolitan area, offering easy access between the two locations via various transportation options. The straight-line distance between them is 3 kilometers, heading south.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with Boston at 38 meters above sea level and South Boston at 20 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Boston to South Boston involves a short drive via I-93 South, passing through the Seaport District and crossing the Fort Point Channel.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Seaport District, Fort Point Channel, Boston Convention Center.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Boston to South Boston crosses urban landscapes with views of the Boston skyline and the waterfront.

Best time to travel

Weekdays during late morning or early afternoon are ideal to avoid rush hour traffic; weekends offer more flexibility.

Climate

South Boston shares similar climate conditions with Boston, experiencing cold winters and warm summers.

Accessibility

South Boston offers well-developed public transport and pedestrian-friendly areas, similar to Boston, aiding accessibility.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Walk 30-45 minutes
Bicycle 45-60 minutes
Motorcycle 10-20 minutes
Car 10-20 minutes
Speed Time
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Boston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 42.3584° N 71.0598° W

Elevation: 38 m (125 ft)

South Boston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 42.3334° N 71.0495° W

Elevation: 20 m (66 ft)

Other distances from Boston

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Boston to New York City 306 km
From Boston to Los Angeles 4,179 km
From Boston to Chicago 1,371 km
From Boston to Houston 2,583 km
From Boston to Phoenix 3,701 km

Other distances from South Boston

Distances between cities Kilometers
From South Boston to New York City 305 km
From South Boston to Los Angeles 4,180 km
From South Boston to Chicago 1,372 km
From South Boston to Houston 2,583 km
From South Boston to Phoenix 3,702 km

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