Getting Around

Boston is a great city - so head out and enjoy it! Temporary housing residents in Boston have many options when it comes to transportation. They can use the city's public transportation system, drive or even fly to get around while in their Boston temporary housing.

Public Transportation

The city of Boston has a very well established mass transit system and has served the area for over 100 years! Generally known as the "T," the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority operates a rapid transit system reaching well into the north, south and west suburbs of Boston. The system comprises both rail lines and buses, making it easy for Boston temporary housing residents to get around. The "T" website contains useful information for temporary housing residents, such as maps, schedules, fares and helpful riding tips.

Other options in mass transit include Amtrak trains, which run out of North, South, Back Bay and Route 128 Stations. These trains continue west to Chicago and south towards Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. Greyhound buses also run from several Boston locations to destinations across the country.

Driving

Driving around the city can be a bit confusing for Boston's temporary housing residents, so take note of the following information to help you get around town! Boston's roads do not follow a street grid system and there are many rotaries/circles throughout city, so it may take a while to learn the in's and the out's of Boston.

When you are driving in the greater Boston area, there are a few major highways that you will most likely travel on. These include:

• I-90: Known as Mass. Pike, this road begins in Boston and runs westward.
• I-93: The Southeast Expressway begins in New Hampshire and travels south towards Boston where it meets with US 1.
• I-95/Rt.128: This highway forms a beltway around Boston and continues on both north and south of the city as I-95.
• US 1: This north/south connector runs through Boston, at times joining with I-93.
• Central Artery: A portion of highway where US 1 and I-93 connect in downtown Boston, usually burdened with heavy traffic.

If you plan on renting a car during your stay in temporary housing, Boston has many options for you. Rental car agencies carry everything from sedans to SUVs, so whatever your preference, you can drive around town in your choice of vehicle.

Taxicabs

During your stay in Boston, you may need to call on a taxicab at one point or another. Whether you need to get to a business lunch or just need a quick lift back to your Boston temporary housing, there are many taxicabs to serve you. The six taxicab associations located in Boston include:

• Boston Cab - 536-5010
• Checker Cab - 536-7000
• City Cab - 536-5100
• IOTA - 825-4000
• Metro Cab - 782-5500
• Town Taxi - 536-500

Limousines

Looking to ride around Boston in style? Perhaps you need to impress an important client or simply want to take your spouse on a romantic tour of Boston. If you need a limousine during your stay in temporary housing in Boston, there are several places you can turn to, such as Adams Coach, Easton Limousines and Limousine Eighteen, among others. From limo vans to classic cars, you can find exactly what you need.

Airport

Boston has several airports in its vicinity - key for temporary housing residents in Boston who may travel for business or for those who are expecting guests while in their temporary housing. Logan International Airport, located in East Boston, is the main airport used by Boston residents. It transports over 25 million passengers each year and operates 39 airlines.

Boston's temporary housing residents can also opt to fly out of other regional airports, such as Hanscom Field Airport, Worchester Airport, Manchester Airport or T.F. Green Airport. These airports typically serve as secondary airports to those living in Boston.

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