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New Bedford Whaling Museum
Flagship museum on global whaling, maritime art, and New Bedford history, with extensive exhibits and a notable ship model collection.
Buses from Baltimore, MD to New Bedford, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €75 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 10:30. The fastest bus covers the 339 miles (546 km) distance in 8h 55m.
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Flagship museum on global whaling, maritime art, and New Bedford history, with extensive exhibits and a notable ship model collection.
Historic house museum preserving the home where author Herman Melville stayed before writing about whaling and the sea.
Local art museum featuring changing exhibitions, community programming, and work by regional artists in a downtown setting.
Cobblestone historic district with museums, galleries, shops, and seaport buildings; the best area for walking New Bedford’s maritime core.
Waterfront park with monuments, harbor breezes, and event space beside downtown; ideal for a short scenic walk.
Large seaside park with a beach, harbor views, walking paths, and historic military structures near Fort Taber.
A South Coast staple of Portuguese seasoned pork, littleneck clams, potatoes and peppers, reflecting the city’s strong Portuguese American heritage.
Rich Portuguese fish stew with mixed seafood, tomatoes and potatoes. It is traditional in New Bedford because of the city’s fishing fleet and immigrant roots.
A thick New England style chowder of clams, potatoes and cream, closely tied to New Bedford’s historic working waterfront and seafood culture.
Popular waterfront seafood house known for fresh local catches, chowder and harbor views in a casual setting.
Casual local favorite for generous Portuguese American plates, grilled meats and seafood near the historic center.
Established Portuguese restaurant serving seafood, steaks and classic Iberian dishes in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. coastal cities. Hotels and seafood can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and local transport are usually manageable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for great service. Round up or add 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often use tip jars; $1-2 is common for barista drinks.
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Most Baltimore, MD to New Bedford, MA buses use the Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) to New Bedford, SRTA Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride. Use this guide to compare Baltimore, MD and New Bedford, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) is 2 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
Available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station): Fully accessible for wheelchairs.
New Bedford, SRTA Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Bedford, SRTA Terminal. ATMs are available at New Bedford, SRTA Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at New Bedford, SRTA Terminal.
Available at New Bedford, SRTA Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Bedford, SRTA Terminal: Wheelchair accessible entrances are available.
New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride is 4 km from New Bedford city centre. Public transport options include:
New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride. ATMs are available at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride.
Ticket office support is available at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride.
Available at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Bedford, Mt Pleasant Park & Ride: Facilities accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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