Rules for Driving in Boston

Stay safe in your Boston car hire with our guide to the rules for driving in Boston.

 
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Stay safe and on the right side of the law in Boston with our useful guide to the “dos and don’ts” of Boston car hire.

Driving in Boston is exactly the same as in Britain; be careful in Boston, and obey the law.

The biggest difference between driving in Boston and in Britain is the fact that people in Boston drive on the "wrong" side of the road. In Boston, for the first couple of miles of Boston car hire this can feel strange, so stick to quiet Boston roads until you're used to it.

Most people arrange automatic car hire in Boston, as not using the gears makes driving easier in Boston.

Speed Limits in Boston

On Interstate roads around Boston, speed limits are between 55 and 75 mph. In Boston itself, speed limits are around 45mph. Speed limits in Boston are posted along the side of all roads. In Boston if you break the speed limit, the Boston police can fine you on the spot.

Drink Driving in Boston

Drink driving is a serious offence in Boston, and conviction results in a fine and prison. In Boston, you can have some alcohol before driving in Boston, but you shouldn't drink before driving. If you crash in Boston whilst under the influence, your insurance won't be valid.

General hints for driving your hire car in Boston

  • In Boston, drive on the right, and overtake on the left. In Boston, "undertaking" is a traffic offence, and is punished with a fine.
  • If in Boston you see a school bus stop in Boston to pick up or drop off, wait for it to continue before passing.
  • In Boston you must always wear a seat belt while driving in Boston.
  • When approaching a junction on an Interstate near Boston, don't slow down until you have entered the "deceleration lane".
  • In Boston if you approach a set of traffic lights on red in Boston, you can turn right if the traffic is clear.
  • Speed limits and distances on signs in Boston are in miles, and petrol is sold in gallons at all Boston fuel stations.
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