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The Flutter Express Round-Trip Boston Service
Ride The Flutter Express to Boston! Enjoy stress-free travel on a Yankee Trails 56-passenger bus, arriving near top healthcare institutions.
Date and time
Location
Yankee Trails
569 3rd Avenue Extension Rensselaer, NY 12144Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 15 hours
Welcome aboard The Flutter Express Round-Trip Boston Service!
The Flutter Express offers a convenient round-trip coach bus service between Rensselaer, NY, and Boston's Longwood Medical Area every Tuesday and Thursday. The 56-passenger motor coach bus with onboard bathroom departs from Albany at 6:30 a.m. and Yankee Trails in Rensselaer at 7:00 a.m., traveling direct to Brookline Ave, B/W Longwood & Jimmy Fund Way in Boston, MA. Close to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston Children's Hospital, and more!
Service Details:
Departure Time and Pick-Up Locations:
Pick-Up #1: 6:30 a.m. Albany Pet Smart Crossgates Commons, 161 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY 12205
Pick-Up #2: 7:00 a.m. Rensselaer Yankee Trails, 569 Third Avenue Extension, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Destination: Boston
Destination Arrival Time: TBD
Boston Destination Location: Brookline Ave, B/W Longwood & Jimmy Fund Way
Near:
- Dana Farber Cancer Institute
- Boston Children’s Hospital
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)
- Joslin Diabetes Center
- and other specialized adult and pediatric centers
Destination Departure Time and Pick-Up Location:
6:30 p.m. Brookline Ave. & Jimmy Fund Way
Please note: We have recently updated our service details. To ensure a smooth and stress-free travel experience, we kindly recommend that passengers schedule appointments after 10:30 a.m. and before 5:30 p.m., particularly if your appointment is not located near our designated drop-off point.
Please be advised that The Flutter Express is not responsible for traffic delays.
Complimentary Services
16oz Bottled Water each way (two per round-trip)
Snack each way (two per round-trip) Examples of available snacks included (snacks may vary): crackers, chips, grain and protein bars, BOOST drinks, one type of fresh fruit e.g., apple, orange, or banana
Adult Flutter Kit
- one single use hand sanitizer gel
- two ginger-lemon chews
- one hydration packet
- one pair of disposable ear plugs
- one disposable eye mask
- one disposable face mask
- one individually wrapped disposable towelette
- one emesis bag
- one travel package of facial tissues
Kid's Flutter Kit (for kids 14yrs & younger)
- one single use hand sanitizer gel
- Stuffed animal – A cuddly companion for the ride
- two organic lollipops
- one snack sized organic gummies or fruit snacks
- one kids hydration packet
- one disposable face mask
- one emesis bag
- one coloring book with crayons
- one travel package of facial tissues
- one individually wrapped disposable towelette
Movie or Game of Bingo on the ride home!
Amenities
- Onboard bathroom
- Wi-Fi
- Leather/Cloth Seating
- Tray Tables
- Adjustable Seats
- Overhead Passenger Air Vents
- Overhead Passenger Lighting
- Window Shades
- Overhead Storage Racks
- Undercarriage Storage
- 4-6 HD Video Monitors
For more information about The Flutter Express, visit our website www.theflutterexpress.com
**The Flutter Express is not a medical bus or an ambulatory transportation service. If assistance is required, please bring an attendee or companion to help you.**
Special Discounts & Free Ride Opportunities on The Flutter Express
Thanks to our incredible partnerships with organizations like the American Cancer Society and To Life!, eligible passengers receive a discounted round-trip fare of just $$83.81 (including the 8% service fee) for any and all rides throughout 2025.
In addition, some passengers may qualify for free transportation through our expanding network of nonprofit collaborators and community sponsors like Wicklund Warriors, NYOH Community Cancer Foundation, Logan Strong Foundation, and Flutter Club, inc. These programs are designed to ease the financial burden of accessing critical care.
Visit our Collaborators Page to learn more and find out how to access these additional savings and support.
Supporting the Mission While You Travel
If you're traveling on The Flutter Express not to access care yourself, but to support our mission, thank you for riding with purpose. Your presence helps make this service possible for patients and caregivers who rely on access to world-class medical care in Boston. While you're in the city, we invite you to explore the rich cultural and historic attractions near the Longwood Medical Area. Just a short walk from your drop-off point, you can visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the iconic Fenway Park. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the Back Bay Fens or grab a bite to eat at the Longwood Galleria or nearby cafes.
Whether you’re supporting a loved one or simply standing with our mission, your choice to ride with us helps make every journey a little lighter for someone in need. Thank you.
Frequently asked questions
Anyone can purchase a ticket and ride with us! While we mainly serve healthcare seekers, their families, and supporters, we welcome all who value kindness and community. Whether you're traveling for care, visiting a loved one, or just looking for a stress-free journey, we invite you to join us.
Yes, you can! To travel one way, buy a round-trip ticket and note in the "special notes" section that you're using the service one way. If you need a separate return pick-up, purchase a round-trip ticket for that date, mention one-way return in the notes, and select your drop-off point.
You can park at any of our departure pick-up locations in Rensselaer or Albany, NY. Parking at all departure pick-up locations is at your own risk.
The Flutter Express is not responsible for traffic delays. Due to traffic conditions and other factors in Boston, we may need to adjust drop-off or pick-up locations within the city. We are committed to ensuring the best service possible and appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
No, The Flutter Express is not a medical bus or ambulatory transportation vehicle. We provide comfortable, reliable transportation to your destination on 56-passenger motor coach buses (MCI J4500) through our partnership with Yankee Trails.
Passengers are eligible for a full refund if they cancel more than four (4) days (96 hours) prior to departure, regardless of the reason. Please note, the Eventbrite fee will be deducted from the refund amount. Cancellations made within four (4) days of departure are not eligible for a refund.
On the day of your departure, please have your electronic or printed ticket available in order to board the bus.
All tickets for The Flutter Express can be purchased through Eventbrite.
Yes. The Flutter Express requires 29 passengers for operation. Riders will be notified 48 hours in advance if the service is confirmed for departure. If The Flutter Express cancels service, all riders will receive a full refund to their original payment method.
Visit our website: www.theflutterexpress.com