The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Branford, CT
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Branford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Branford, CT will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Branford, CT without transferring at least 2 times.
12:45 PM4h31Boston, MA5:16 PMBranford, CT$281One-way2 transfers
6:45 AM3h41Boston, MA10:26 AMBranford, CT$331One-way3 transfers
2:15 AM6h01Boston, MA8:16 AMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
5:00 AM4h26Boston, MA9:26 AMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
8:55 AM5h31Boston, MA2:26 PMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
6:45 AM3h41Boston, MA10:26 AMBranford, CT$331One-way3 transfers
5:00 AM4h26Boston, MA9:26 AMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
10:45 AM4h31Boston, MA3:16 PMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
12:45 PM4h31Boston, MA5:16 PMBranford, CT$281One-way2 transfers
1:05 PM5h16Boston, MA6:21 PMBranford, CT$381One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Branford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Branford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $480.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $480 Average price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 59m Average total duration 14h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Boston, MA to Branford, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Branford, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Branford, CT buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 3h25 | 5:55 PM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 2:45 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 3h10 | 5:55 PM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 2h55 | 5:55 PM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h10 | 11:10 PM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 7:05 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h05 | 11:10 PM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 2h10 | 3:05 AM New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage), CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 AM Boston, MA | 6h01 | 8:16 AM Branford, CT | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Boston, MA | 4h26 | 9:26 AM Branford, CT | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Boston, MA | 3h41 | 10:26 AM Branford, CT | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Branford, CT
Buses from Boston, MA to Branford, CT run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Branford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Branford, CT by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Branford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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