How cheap am I? Taking the subway!!

MerlinMatt · 06-03-2005

Well, the MBTA here in Boston just expanded the new Silver Line to include service to Logan Airport. (http://www.mbta.com/traveling_t/sche...silverline.asp)

The Silver Line stops about a 10 minute walk from the house and we're taking carry-on luggage only.

So, unless it rains, we'll be starting our vacation in quite typical fashion for my family... on foot.. and then on the subway.

Cab fare to the airport (with tip): $28
subway fare: $3.15!!!

Man, I'm cheap.

EmpressJenny · 06-03-2005

I hope the Boston subway isn't as scary as the NYC subway, otherwise, it's worth the extra money just to arrive at your destination.

MerlinMatt · 06-03-2005

Nah. It's NOTHING like NYC.

Clean trains.. mostly new.

The Red Line trains (pictured below) are only about 8 years old.

daisyd · 06-03-2005

That's great! If it rains, can you take a taxi to the station for a few bucks? Or sweet talk a neighbor?

BART-Bay Area Rapid Transit--our commuter train system, recently extended service to SFO and it would be about $6 fare, per person (5 of us). It would cost $80 for a shuttle and even more for a car or taxi. We can BART to Oakland airport too, and that's about $5 each. Takes a bit more time, but no hassle of driving, traffic and parking.

We're about a 20 minute walk, door to platform, with 3 kids.

MerlinMatt · 06-03-2005

Turns out it's even better.

I forgot that they brought back the transfers, soooo...

We can catch a bus which is literally around the corner and transfer to the Silver Line.

All that for $3.15 for ALL 4 of us!!

I LOVE Boston!!

BuzzLightyear · 06-03-2005

Thats great ! And it even sound pretty convienent.
I always ahve to use those park and rides by the airport and spend another 75 - 80 bucks every time.

**Dana** · 06-03-2005

That's not cheap. It's smart. Less money on taxi means more money for WDW. Instead of taking transportation or parking at the airport, I am leaving my car at my DBf's in philly and having him drop me off...free is me..lol

**Dopey** · 06-03-2005

And look at all the extra money you have to spend on dessert after eating dinner at Portobello's

tigger · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by MerlinMatt

Nah. It's NOTHING like NYC.

Clean trains.. mostly new.

...

Ok I'm not a New Yorker but Whoa there...Giuliani did a great job of clean the subway and they are adding new cars all the time.

Cavey · 06-03-2005

Oh, the subway stories I could tell from my days in Chicago!!!!!

Franco54 · 06-04-2005

I argree with Dana, with all the nonsense with the big dig, the silver line looks like a good thing! Go for it! Our youngest boy is taking the red line in to Boston today for the Sox game, no worries. :mellow

MJD · 06-04-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigger

Ok I'm not a New Yorker but Whoa there...Giuliani did a great job of clean the subway and they are adding new cars all the time.

I used the subway last year in NYC, wasn't bad at all. Actually it was pretty convienent. Now, the Statton(sp?) Island ferry is another story. OMG!!! Lets just say the next time I'll pay more money to see the Statue of Liberty.

MJD

bali · 06-04-2005

Matt, welcome to my world! We always take the subway to JFK on our trips to WDW (and every other trip for that matter) because we only travel with carry-on luggage. Our trip ends up being $7 instead of $55!

queensmama · 06-06-2005

Sounds like great savings!

**Cincy** · 06-06-2005

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Originally Posted by tigger

Ok I'm not a New Yorker but Whoa there...Giuliani did a great job of clean the subway and they are adding new cars all the time.

I am with tigger. We visited DW's sister in 1999 in Philly. Took a train from Philly to New York for the day. Had a great time and rode the Subway all day. We took our oldest DS who was about 10 months at the time. We had a great time and are going to do it again this September.

Giuliana did a great job cleaning them up.

Matt, I would love to have that here in Cincinnati. I would do it in a heart beat. You are my hero.

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MerlinMatt DC Grand Poohbah Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Boston Posts: 3,370	How cheap am I? Taking the subway!! Well, the MBTA here in Boston just expanded the new Silver Line to include service to Logan Airport. (http://www.mbta.com/traveling_t/sche...silverline.asp) The Silver Line stops about a 10 minute walk from the house and we're taking carry-on luggage only. So, unless it rains, we'll be starting our vacation in quite typical fashion for my family... on foot.. and then on the subway. Cab fare to the airport (with tip): $28 subway fare: $3.15!!! Man, I'm cheap. __________________ Erin's still my favorite.

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EmpressJenny MB's Half-Yard President Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 2,399	Re: How cheap am I? Taking the subway!! I hope the Boston subway isn't as scary as the NYC subway, otherwise, it's worth the extra money just to arrive at your destination. __________________ Grand Floridian: Honeymoon 2003 - Coronado Springs: Spring 2004 - Polynesian: Sept. 2004 - Animal Kingdom Lodge: Jan. 2005 - Grand Floridian: April 2005 - PORiverside: May 2005 - Beach Club Villas: May 2005 - Boardwalk Concierge: Sept. 2005 Rescuer of MK Froggies

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MerlinMatt DC Grand Poohbah Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Boston Posts: 3,370	Re: How cheap am I? Taking the subway!! Nah. It's NOTHING like NYC. Clean trains.. mostly new. The Red Line trains (pictured below) are only about 8 years old. Attached Images __________________ Erin's still my favorite.

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daisyd Dreams do come true! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: somewhere between here and there Posts: 2,347	Re: How cheap am I? Taking the subway!! That's great! If it rains, can you take a taxi to the station for a few bucks? Or sweet talk a neighbor? BART-Bay Area Rapid Transit--our commuter train system, recently extended service to SFO and it would be about $6 fare, per person (5 of us). It would cost $80 for a shuttle and even more for a car or taxi. We can BART to Oakland airport too, and that's about $5 each. Takes a bit more time, but no hassle of driving, traffic and parking. We're about a 20 minute walk, door to platform, with 3 kids.

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MerlinMatt DC Grand Poohbah Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Boston Posts: 3,370	Re: How cheap am I? Taking the subway!! Turns out it's even better. I forgot that they brought back the transfers, soooo... We can catch a bus which is literally around the corner and transfer to the Silver Line. All that for $3.15 for ALL 4 of us!! I LOVE Boston!! __________________ Erin's still my favorite.

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