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Massachusetts is the most populous state in the region of New England. With its varied attractions both urban and natural, the Bay State provides a broad variety of transportation options. Over 31,000 miles (49,890 kilometers) of highway traverse Massachusetts. These include the eastern terminus of Interstate 90 (also called the Massachusetts Turnpike, or "Mass. Pike"), which stretches all the way to Seattle, Washington, as well as Interstates 95, 93, and 91, connecting the Bay State between Rhode Island and New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut.
Massachusetts is serviced by Logan International Airport, New England’s largest air terminal. There are 38 public use airports and over 200 private landing areas, including seaplane bases. Worcester Regional Airport and New Bedford Regional Airport provide coverage away from Logan International.
Massachusetts enjoys exceptional rail service. With Boston as part of the Amtrak corridor, service runs to major metropolitan areas such as New York and Washington, D. C. The Acela Express provides high-speed Amtrak services between Boston and Washington, D. C.
Massachusetts is served by Greyhound and Trailways bus companies.
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, or MBTA provides the Bay State with rapid transit, bus lines, subways, boats, and trolleys in 79 communities throughout greater Boston. In partnership, the Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company runs commuter lines between Boston and its suburbs. Various other transportation options throughout the state can be found via the state Executive Office of Transportation.
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