How to get from Wellesley to Ayer by subway and train?

From Wellesley to Ayer by subway and train

To get from Wellesley to Ayer in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $22.65. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ayer on the Moovit app.

144min$22.65
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wellesley Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #510 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    44 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #411 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    53 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wellesley to Ayer by bus and train

To get from Wellesley to Ayer in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 556 bus and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $13.50. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ayer on the Moovit app.

190min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wellesley Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #411 | Wachusett
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    41 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wellesley to Ayer

The distance between Wellesley, Boston and Ayer, Boston is approximately 52.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wellesley to Ayer by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Wellesley to Ayer

To check the subway and train schedule from Wellesley to Ayer using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Wellesley) and destination (Ayer), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway and train schedules.

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From Wellesley to Ayer by bus and train

To get from Wellesley to Ayer in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 556 bus and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $13.50. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ayer on the Moovit app.

190min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wellesley Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #411 | Wachusett
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    41 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wellesley to Ayer?

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wellesley to Ayer?

    The alternative route takes 190 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 556, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct train between Wellesley and Ayer in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wellesley to Ayer in Boston?

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from Wellesley Square station near Wellesley to #510 | South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till #510 | South Station station near Ayer in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wellesley to Ayer in Boston by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Wellesley and Ayer in Boston by train and subway is about 2 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wellesley to get to Ayer in Boston?

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the Wellesley Square station near Wellesley in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wellesley and Ayer in Boston?

    Get off the train at the #510 | South Station station, which is closest to Ayer in Boston.

  • How much is the total train and subway fare from Wellesley to Ayer?

    The ride from Wellesley to Ayer costs $22.65.

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