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How is the traffic in Boston?
I’m moving to Boston next month for a job promotion and I don’t know if I want to get rid of my car—but I’ve heard some horror stories about Boston traffic. How bad is the traffic in Boston?
Olivia Rose · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on your move and promotion! Exciting stuff.
Not to be a buzz kill, but the rumors are right—Boston is among the worst cities in the U.S. for traffic congestion, regularly ranking in top 5 most congested cities.
This is to be expected in any big city, especially those on the East Coast that were originally built with primarily foot traffic in mind.
That’s not to say owning a car is impossible in Boston—it certainly is doable—but taking public transportation is often more convenient.
If you do decide to keep your car for your move, might we recommend rethinking your
car insurance
? Millions of people overpay for insurance and have no idea—and that’s why Jerry
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MORE: The ultimate guide to moving to Boston
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