Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art
The bus route from Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art: where to board, where to change, where to get off and how late it runs.
Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art
- Silver Line SL1
- Take the Silver Line SL1From the arrivals level at your terminal, toward South Station5 stops, about 14 min
- Get off at CourthouseThe stop after World Trade Center
- Walk about 7 min to Institute of Contemporary ArtUse the 1 | Seaport Blvd exit
Weekdays, fall 2026 schedule · First and last trips
Quick answer: Take the Silver Line SL1 to Courthouse from the arrivals level, and walk about 7 min. The trip takes about 21 minutes (21-27 min depending on the connection). On weekdays the Silver Line SL1 runs every 8 min during the day.
Get the live route from Logan Airport to the ICA
Step by step
- At your terminal, follow the signs to the arrivals level and find the stop for the Silver Line SL1 at the curb. The SL1 stops at Terminals A, B, C and E.
- Board the Silver Line SL1 toward South Station.
- Ride 5 stops, about 14 min. Get off at Courthouse, the stop after World Trade Center.
- Walk about 7 min to Institute of Contemporary Art. Use the 1 | Seaport Blvd exit.
Times and frequency
| Day | First trip | Last trip | How often (daytime) | Trip time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Thursday | 4:48 am | 1:18 am | Every 8 min | About 21 min |
| Friday | 4:48 am | 2:21 am | Every 8 min | About 21 min |
| Saturday | 5:34 am | 2:14 am | Every 10 min | About 20 min |
| Sunday | 5:48 am | 1:18 am | Every 11 min | About 22 min |
First and last trip are when the first bus of the trip leaves the airport, on the fall 2026 schedule. "How often" is for the Silver Line SL1.
Late at night
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves the airport at 1:18 am and gets to Institute of Contemporary Art around 1:36 am, using Silver Line SL1. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 2:21 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 2:14 am, and on Sunday nights at 1:18 am. Late at night, ask Cobblehop for the last trip. It checks live times and tells you when to leave.
Tips for this trip
- Check the sign on the bus. Some the Silver Line SL1 trips from Terminal C - Arrivals Level end early or go another way (South Station) and don't reach Courthouse.
- Know your stop. Get to the door after World Trade Center. The next stop is Courthouse. Start a live trip in Cobblehop and it alerts you before your stop.
- The ICA is on the Seaport waterfront, next to Fan Pier.
Step-free access
MBTA data lists Courthouse as accessible. Courthouse has 4 elevators in MBTA data. Elevators do break, so check the MBTA's elevator alerts before you go.
What it costs
- Silver Line SL1. Free from the airport, per the MBTA, and the change to the Red Line at South Station is free too.
- How to pay. Tap a contactless credit or debit card, phone or watch at the fare gate or bus door, or use a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.
- Kids. Children 11 and under ride the MBTA free.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art: common questions
How do I get from Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art by public transit?
Take the Silver Line SL1 to Courthouse from the arrivals level, and walk about 7 min. The trip takes about 21 minutes (21-27 min depending on the connection).
How long does it take to get from Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art?
About 21 minutes on the main route, or 21-27 minutes depending on the connection.
Do I have to change buses?
No. The Silver Line SL1 goes all the way, so it's one ride.
How often does the Silver Line SL1 run?
Every 8 min on weekdays during the day, every 10 min on Saturdays and every 11 min on Sundays, on the fall 2026 schedule.
What time is the last bus from Logan Airport to Institute of Contemporary Art?
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves the airport at 1:18 am and gets to Institute of Contemporary Art around 1:36 am, using Silver Line SL1. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 2:21 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 2:14 am, and on Sunday nights at 1:18 am.
Related routes
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- Logan Airport to Seaport World Trade Center
- North Station to Institute of Contemporary Art
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Official sources
Cobblehop is independent and isn't affiliated with these agencies or operators. Schedules on this page come from MBTA/MassDOT public data. Check their pages for the latest schedules and service changes:
- MBTA: Silver Line SL1
- MBTA: Courthouse station
- MBTA: Logan Airport destination page
- Massport: public transportation to and from Logan
- MBTA: fares
- MBTA: elevator and accessibility alerts
Published October 30, 2026. Times were computed from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule (2026-11-04 for weekdays). Service changes, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
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