Fly & Drive guide
Fly into BOS, drive to Boston Harbor Islands
Your route
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
Boston Harbor Islands
About 50 min · 27 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to BOS
Compare fares into Boston Logan International Airport.
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02Car at BOS
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Boston Harbor Islands. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Boston Harbor Islands
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Boston Harbor Islands
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Boston Harbor Islands
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Ferry and Camping Reservation Check
Public-ferry tickets are separate from camping reservations. Check current Peddocks camping availability; camping and visitor services are not currently offered on Grape Island. Confirm transport and permitted access for each island before travel.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Boston Harbor Islands?
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from BOS to Boston Harbor Islands?
Roughly 50 min (about 27 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Boston Harbor Islands?
Public-ferry tickets are separate from camping reservations. Check current Peddocks camping availability; camping and visitor services are not currently offered on Grape Island. Confirm transport and permitted access for each island before travel.
