Meetings: Hotels and Travel
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Transportation
Arriving in Boston
The convention center and nearby hotels are located downtown. Boston is serviced by Logan International Airport.
- By Plane (Boston Logan International Airport)
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The Hynes Convention Center is approximately 6 miles (approximately 20 minutes by car) from the airport. A single, one-way taxi ride costs approximately $25-30.
Public transportation is offered by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (the "T") and features both subway and bus services. For more information, visit www.mbta.com.
Ultimate Shuttle offers shared van service to/from Logan Airport for $17. For more information and to make reservations, visit www.ultimateshuttle.com.
See what travel discounts are available for AAAS attendees.
- By Train (Amtrak or Commuter Rail)
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Exit using the Back Bay Station and walk through the Copley Place Mall to the Prudential Center and follow the signs to the Hynes Convention Center.
See what travel discounts are available for AAAS attendees.
Parking
Parking at the conference is limited. AAAS attendees are encouraged to take advantage of public transportation or taxis while at the conference. If you choose to drive and park, there are parking facilities within a three-block walk to the Hynes Convention Center.
Public Transportation
Locals refer to Boston's public transportation system (subway, bus, commuter rail, and boat service) as the "T." To ride, attendees need to purchase a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket. These can be purchased at every subway station at vending machines, at select convenience stores and online. For more information, please visit www.mbta.com.
Taxi
Average taxi fares from the Hynes Convention Center to popular areas of the city:
- Boston Common - $8.00
- Fenway Park - $6.00
- North End - $15.00
