How to get from South Station to Back Bay Fens by bus?

From South Station to Back Bay Fens by bus

To get from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston, take the 501 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St station. Next, take the 39 bus from Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St station to Huntington Ave @ Forsyth Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Back Bay Fens on the Moovit app.

26min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 501501
Bus - 3939
Walk to Back Bay Fens
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Brighton Via Copley And Cambridge St (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St
    ID 173
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Forest Hills
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington Ave @ Forsyth Way
    ID 61391
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Back Bay Fens
    Walk to
    Back Bay Fens
    39-73 Agassiz Road, Boston, MA 02215, USA
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Back Bay Fens

The distance between South Station, Boston and Back Bay Fens, Boston is approximately 2.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Back Bay Fens by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from South Station to Back Bay Fens

To check the bus schedule from South Station to Back Bay Fens using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station) and destination (Back Bay Fens), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Back Bay Fens?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 501, Bus line 39.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Station and Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    The 501 bus line goes from Chinatown Gate station near South Station to Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St station near Back Bay Fens in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between South Station and Back Bay Fens in Boston by bus is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Station to get to Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    Get on the 501 bus from the Chinatown Gate stop near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Station and Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Saint James Ave @ Berkeley St stop, which is closest to Back Bay Fens in Boston.

  • When is the last subway from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    The last subway from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston is the Orange Line line. It leaves the Chinatown station at 7:39 PM.

  • When is the last train from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston?

    The last train from South Station to Back Bay Fens in Boston is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the South Station at 7:15 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Station to Back Bay Fens?

    The ride from South Station to Back Bay Fens costs $4.25.

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