How to get from Boston Logan International Airport to Downtown Boston
High confidenceChecked May 2026
Take the free Silver Line SL1 bus from the terminals to South Station — $0 from Logan to Downtown.
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Best overall
Silver Line SL1 to South Station (free outbound from Logan).
Cheapest safe
Silver Line SL1 — free from the airport.
Best at night
Silver Line runs until ~01:00; taxi after.
With luggage / kids
Silver Line has space; taxi for groups.
Taxi fare
Metered taxi roughly $30–$45 to Downtown Boston plus tunnel toll. Fares vary.
Ride-hailing
Uber and Lyft operate.
available
Public transport
Silver Line SL1, Blue Line (via free shuttle).
Compare your options — BOS → Downtown Boston
Distance ~6 km, typical journey 15–25 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | Silver Line SL1, Blue Line (via free shuttle). | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | Metered taxi roughly $30–$45 to Downtown Boston plus tunnel toll. Fares vary. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | Uber and Lyft operate. | available |
After landing — step by step
- 1Follow Silver Line signs outside arrivals
- 2Board SL1 — free outbound from Logan
Scam warnings
Unofficial 'limo' offers
Avoid this
- • Curbside private offers
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Boston Logan International Airport to Downtown Boston?
Metered taxi roughly $30–$45 to Downtown Boston plus tunnel toll. Fares vary.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Unofficial 'limo' offers.
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from BOS to Downtown Boston?
Silver Line SL1 — free from the airport.
Q.Does Uber or ride-hailing work at Boston Logan International Airport?
Uber and Lyft operate.
Q.What's the best way from BOS to Downtown Boston at night?
Silver Line runs until ~01:00; taxi after.
Q.What scams should I watch for going from BOS to Downtown Boston?
Top reported: Unofficial 'limo' offers. Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.
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