Getting from the Airport to Flynn Cruiseport Boston
If you're flying in for a Flynn Cruiseport Boston cruise, the airport transfer is your first decision. The main choices — a taxi or rideshare, a pre-booked private car, a shared shuttle van, a rental, and public transit where it's practical — trade off cost, speed, and how much luggage juggling you'll do. Here's how they compare.
Last updated July 9, 2026
Which airport you're coming from
BOS — Boston Logan International Airport
~3 miles to the port. About 10-15 minutes by car via the Ted Williams Tunnel (I-90, toll applies) to South Boston/Seaport, traffic dependent. The MBTA Silver Line (SL1, free from the airport) connects to Flynn Cruiseport via a transfer to SL2 at Silver Line Way. A water taxi across Boston Harbor is also an option, cited by some guides as roughly an 8-minute crossing.
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Compare your options
| Option | Type | Booking | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber/Lyft from Logan Airport | Taxi / rideshare | On demand | Solo travelers and couples wanting a quick, flexible door-to-door option. |
| Private car/sedan transfer from BOS | Private car | Book ahead | Travelers wanting a pre-booked, no-surge-pricing transfer with a fixed pickup time. |
| Shared shuttle van from BOS | Shared shuttle | Book ahead | Solo or budget-conscious travelers willing to share a ride with other passengers to save on cost. |
| Rental car from BOS | Rental car | Book ahead | Travelers extending their trip with sightseeing beyond Boston before or after the cruise. |
| MBTA Silver Line (SL1 to SL2) from Logan Airport | Public transit | On demand | Budget travelers with light luggage comfortable navigating a bus transfer. |
Our take on each option
Uber/Lyft from Logan Airport
Best for Solo travelers and couples wanting a quick, flexible door-to-door option.
- Type
- Taxi / rideshare
- Timing
- Roughly 10-20 minutes via the Ted Williams Tunnel, depending on traffic and pickup queue time at the airport.
- Luggage
- Standard rideshare trunk space; request a larger vehicle option for more than 2-3 large suitcases.
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible vehicle options may be limited and should be requested in advance through the app where available.
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See detailsPrivate car/sedan transfer from BOS
Best for Travelers wanting a pre-booked, no-surge-pricing transfer with a fixed pickup time.
- Type
- Private car
- Timing
- Typically 10-20 minutes, similar to rideshare, but scheduled in advance rather than hailed on demand.
- Luggage
- Sedans/SUVs booked in advance can be matched to group size and luggage volume.
- Accessibility
- Accessible vehicles can often be requested when booking in advance — confirm with the operator.
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Check transfers via KiwitaxiShared shuttle van from BOS
Best for Solo or budget-conscious travelers willing to share a ride with other passengers to save on cost.
- Type
- Shared shuttle
- Timing
- Often longer than a direct transfer due to multiple stops; budget extra time versus a private/rideshare option.
- Luggage
- Shared shuttles typically allow one to two checked bags per person; confirm limits when booking.
- Accessibility
- Availability of accessible shuttle vehicles varies by operator — confirm before booking.
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Check transfers via KiwitaxiRental car from BOS
Best for Travelers extending their trip with sightseeing beyond Boston before or after the cruise.
- Type
- Rental car
- Timing
- Add time for rental counter/shuttle at Logan's Rental Car Center on top of the roughly 10-15 minute drive to the terminal.
- Luggage
- Choose a vehicle size that fits luggage plus any drop-off detour to your parking lot or hotel.
- Accessibility
- Request hand controls or accessible vehicle features directly with the rental company in advance.
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Check rental cars via DiscoverCarsMBTA Silver Line (SL1 to SL2) from Logan Airport
Best for Budget travelers with light luggage comfortable navigating a bus transfer.
- Type
- Public transit
- Timing
- Take SL1 from the airport, transfer to SL2 at Silver Line Way toward Drydock Avenue/Design Center, then walk about 0.2 miles to the terminal.
- Luggage
- Manageable with one to two bags per person; buses can be tight with large cruise luggage during peak embarkation times.
- Accessibility
- MBTA buses are ADA-accessible; call 1-800-392-6100 for schedule and accessibility questions.
SL1 from the airport terminals is free; standard MBTA fare applies from Silver Line Way onward — check current fares.
See detailsBoston is one of the more airport-convenient cruise ports in the US — Logan Airport (BOS) sits only about 3 miles from Flynn Cruiseport, a fraction of the distance travelers cover at many other homeports. That proximity gives you more transfer options than usual, but it doesn't remove the need to plan ahead.
Getting from Logan
Rideshare or a private car is the most common route, typically 10-20 minutes via the Ted Williams Tunnel (a toll road), traffic and pickup-queue time depending. The MBTA Silver Line is the standout budget option: SL1 runs free from the airport terminals, then transfer to SL2 at Silver Line Way and walk about 0.2 miles to the terminal. Shared shuttles and rental cars suit budget travelers or those extending their trip beyond Boston, though shared shuttles take longer with multiple stops.
Timing it right
Even with a short drive, we'd favor a day-before arrival over flying in the same morning — Massport recommends arriving at least two hours before departure, and a tight flight connection leaves no room to absorb a delayed landing or tunnel traffic. If you are flying in same-day, build in extra buffer for the tunnel toll lane and rideshare pickup queue at Logan.
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Flynn Cruiseport Boston airport transfer FAQ
What's the fastest way from Logan Airport to Flynn Cruiseport?
By car via the Ted Williams Tunnel, the drive is typically 10-15 minutes depending on traffic; rideshare and taxi are the most common door-to-door options.
Can I take public transit from Logan Airport to the cruise terminal?
Yes — the MBTA Silver Line SL1 bus is free from the airport terminals; transfer to the SL2 at Silver Line Way toward Drydock Avenue/Design Center, then walk about 0.2 miles to the terminal.
Is a private transfer worth booking for a cruise with a tight flight connection?
For same-day fly-in/fly-out or larger groups with luggage, a pre-booked private car or shared shuttle removes rideshare-availability risk on embarkation/disembarkation days when demand near the terminal spikes.
Sources & verification
Transfer costs, routes, and schedules change and are never guaranteed. Confirm current fares, pickup rules, and timing with the operator or the airport's ground-transportation page before you travel.