Travel Recommendation: Summerside, PE to Boston, MA
Transport Mode: Air Travel
- Companies: Air Canada, WestJet
- Duration: Approximately 8 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: 1,000 miles (approx. 1,600 km)
- Costs: Estimated at ZAR 10,000 - ZAR 15,000 (varies by booking class and time of booking)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable (air travel)
Pro Tip: Book your flights at least two months in advance and consider flying mid-week for better rates and fewer crowds.
Transport Mode: Road Travel
- Companies: [Rental cars available from companies such as Enterprise and Hertz]
- Duration: Approximately 14 hours (not including rest stops)
- Distance: About 900 miles (approx. 1,450 km)
- Costs: Estimated at ZAR 5,000 for rental fees, ZAR 1,500 for fuel, plus accommodation costs if traveling overnight, bringing total to ZAR 8,000 - ZAR 12,000.
- Roads/Routes: Follow Route 1 to Trans-Canada Highway, then Interstate 95 South to Boston.
Pro Tip: Plan your route ahead of time and make use of rest areas along the I-95 for breaks to ensure a pleasant drive.
Recommendation
Depending on your preferences and schedule, I recommend flying for speed and efficiency. Although road travel offers flexibility, air travel significantly reduces the time spent getting to Boston. Both options, however, provide scenic views and exciting journeys.