cruiser1955a Posted September 6, 2017 #26 Share Posted September 6, 2017 So I don't have to drop luggage first? I was under impression that I did? If I don't it's easy to wheel over? Thank you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk You do NOT have to drop-off luggage first. From the surface lot: there's a dedicated, smooth walkway to the terminal. No streets to cross. You'd have anywhere from 100-500 yard walk. From the garage: you have to cross 2 busy streets. There's some cobblestone walkways (hard on luggage) to deal with. Maybe a 500 yard walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bussub Posted September 6, 2017 #27 Share Posted September 6, 2017 You do NOT have to drop-off luggage first. From the surface lot: there's a dedicated, smooth walkway to the terminal. No streets to cross. You'd have anywhere from 100-500 yard walk. From the garage: you have to cross 2 busy streets. There's some cobblestone walkways (hard on luggage) to deal with. Maybe a 500 yard walk. "dedicated, smooth walkway to the terminal" sounds really good. What is the address of this surface lot, so that I can enter it in my GPS. Thanks so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ColeThornton Posted September 6, 2017 #28 Share Posted September 6, 2017 "dedicated, smooth walkway to the terminal" sounds really good. What is the address of this surface lot, so that I can enter it in my GPS. Thanks so much. Port of Boston website: http://www.massport.com/cruiseport/to-from-cruiseport/parking-directions/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted September 6, 2017 #29 Share Posted September 6, 2017 I just booked this ship again for Sept 8. I'm flying in Friday. When I drive, I use a valet vendor who shuttles me to the airport and I simply take the Free Sliver line to the port. :) $2.75 back to the airport, with about 1./2 the rates of of port parking. Will be picking up the 9/15 cruise if it dumps like the 9/8 cruise did. so maybe see you on board. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegdave Posted September 6, 2017 Author #30 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Port of Boston website: http://www.massport.com/cruiseport/to-from-cruiseport/parking-directions/ Oh this is a different address then the one I was told was the best. The bow lot is 12 dry dock ave. Do you know the walk is from there? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Nahoumi Posted September 6, 2017 #31 Share Posted September 6, 2017 As someone who hates driving in Boston traffic, I recommend taking the train. South Station is close to Black Falcon Pier, so it would be a quick cab ride over. We live in Massachusetts, and have a car service bring us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser1955a Posted September 6, 2017 #32 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Oh this is a different address then the one I was told was the best. The bow lot is 12 dry dock ave. Do you know the walk is from there? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk It is the "Bow Lot". However, signage is terrible for parking. A traffic cop will direct you to the garage, or the surface lot. He directed us to the garage (right beside him) on 8/25, and then the garage attendant stopped us and directed us back to the bow lot. We were one of the first to park in the bow lot (10:15am). I don't know whether they first fill the garage, then revert to surface parking. You probably won't have a choice. You will be directed to one, or the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nalagh Posted September 8, 2017 #33 Share Posted September 8, 2017 This is such a wonderfully informative thread! Thank you to all who contributed. Pegdave, would you mind sharing this thread on our roll call? Thanks again everyone! Cherie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegdave Posted September 8, 2017 Author #34 Share Posted September 8, 2017 This is such a wonderfully informative thread! Thank you to all who contributed. Pegdave, would you mind sharing this thread on our roll call? Thanks again everyone! Cherie Not at all. But how?? lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nalagh Posted September 8, 2017 #35 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Not at all. But how?? lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Just copy the link below. :) http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2539624 Thank you and happy planning, Cherie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted September 8, 2017 #36 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Oh this is a different address then the one I was told was the best. The bow lot is 12 dry dock ave. Do you know the walk is from there? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk pegdave, I will try for a SECOND time in this very thread..... the addresses relative to Black Falcon Pier are located in Post #13...... 12 Drydock is the GARAGE not the Bow Lot.. The Bow Lot is EDIC Pier for GPS purposes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisekitty22 Posted September 8, 2017 #37 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Thanks for this info. Planning to sail next year on Dawn to Bermuda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kite99 Posted September 9, 2017 #38 Share Posted September 9, 2017 So you like taking the train over driving? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Well, not Amtrak...but still a train. We are Massachusetts locals, so we will take commuter rail in to South Station, then transfer to MBTA Silver Line. Same South Station experience as Amtrak - they all pull in to the same tracks. It's an easy transfer, and cheap, quick ride out to pier via Silver Line. No need to worry about parking. We like it - yes. Here is some info on MBTA Silver line: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_Line_(MBTA)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_Line_(MBTA) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takoyaki Posted September 9, 2017 #39 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I saw people mention traffic. We are on this cruise 10/27 and live about 45 minutes away in RI. I don't drive to Boston much but would there really be traffic at about 10:30am? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted September 10, 2017 #40 Share Posted September 10, 2017 I saw people mention traffic. We are on this cruise 10/27 and live about 45 minutes away in RI. I don't drive to Boston much but would there really be traffic at about 10:30am? RI has many options to head into Boston.... if you are heading up 95 then 93 (SE Expressway) the rush hour is over. It will be congested with volume but you won't have an issue..... if you are heading in from northern RI (along 146) it may be worth going up and taking the Mass Pike in (an even easier ride to the pier) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takoyaki Posted September 10, 2017 #41 Share Posted September 10, 2017 RI has many options to head into Boston.... if you are heading up 95 then 93 (SE Expressway) the rush hour is over. It will be congested with volume but you won't have an issue..... if you are heading in from northern RI (along 146) it may be worth going up and taking the Mass Pike in (an even easier ride to the pier) Thanks! I'd be taking 93 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted September 10, 2017 #42 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Thanks! I'd be taking 93 I like to take exit 15 (for Columbia Rd) which gets you off 93 earlier and misses some of the traffic choke points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegdave Posted September 10, 2017 Author #43 Share Posted September 10, 2017 pegdave, I will try for a SECOND time in this very thread..... the addresses relative to Black Falcon Pier are located in Post #13...... 12 Drydock is the GARAGE not the Bow Lot.. The Bow Lot is EDIC Pier for GPS purposes. Sorry to be asking ago - but when I enter edic pier in gps nothing comes up. I need an address - which one should I enter to get the bow lot[emoji53] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted September 10, 2017 #44 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Sorry to be asking ago - but when I enter edic pier in gps nothing comes up. I need an address - which one should I enter to get the bow lot[emoji53] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk "EDIC Pier Boston, MA" works in Waze and Google Maps.... No issue asking at all...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegdave Posted September 10, 2017 Author #45 Share Posted September 10, 2017 "EDIC Pier Boston, MA" works in Waze and Google Maps.... No issue asking at all...... Yes I found that out. Was trying to put it in my GPS that is in my car. But yes works in Google maps. Thank you Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegdave Posted September 15, 2017 Author #46 Share Posted September 15, 2017 (edited) "EDIC Pier Boston, MA" works in Waze and Google Maps.... No issue asking at all...... Oh my goodness we are in just a little confusion once I. Boston but when I tell you my car is right next to the ship it is! https:// Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited September 15, 2017 by pegdave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally1118 Posted September 15, 2017 #47 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Help with a decision please ! Should we drive into Boston for cruise or take the train. We are coming in from Connecticut and the money is the same. Just can't decide [emoji849] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The parking is very reasonable compared to the NY parking scene. The parking lot is across the street from the terminal with easy on and off access. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karmary Posted September 15, 2017 #48 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Oh my goodness we are in just a little confusion once I. Boston but when I tell you my car is right next to the ship it is! https:// Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Isnt it great!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted September 16, 2017 #49 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Oh my goodness we are in just a little confusion once I. Boston but when I tell you my car is right next to the ship it is! https:// Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Nice job!!!! Have a great cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavyJoneses Posted September 16, 2017 #50 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Whatever is more convenient. I always like to have my car right there so I can just load up and head home. Same here. Even if the drive is a little long, we like to have the convenience of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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