Explore Boston on Two Wheels with Urban AdvenTours

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are near the Newton Public Library located at 100 N 3rd Ave W, start by heading south on N 3rd Ave W towards E 1st St N. Turn left onto E 1st St N and walk for about 0.3 miles until you reach the intersection with N 4th Ave E. Turn right onto N 4th Ave E and continue walking for another 0.2 miles. At the corner of N 4th Ave E and E 12th St N, cross the street and continue straight until you reach the corner of E 12th St N and N 3rd Ave E. Here, you will find the bus stop for the local transit system that can take you to Des Moines.

• Public Transit

  From the Newton City Center, head to the nearest bus stop located on 1st Avenue E. Catch the bus that heads towards Des Moines. The bus ride will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive in Des Moines, transfer to a bus heading towards Boston, MA or use the local transit to get closer to the downtown area. Follow signs to your final destination at 103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110.

• Bicycle

  If you're feeling adventurous, you can rent a bicycle from one of the local rental shops in Newton. Start from the Newton City Park located at 300 E 13th St N and head south towards the bike path along the edge of the city. Follow the bike path which will eventually connect you to a series of bike trails leading to Des Moines. Once in Des Moines, follow the signage for bike routes that can lead you to the bus or train station for your journey east towards Boston.