How to get from Back Bay Station to Boston by bus and subway?

From Back Bay Station to Boston by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay Station to Boston in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 44 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

19min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 4444
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay Station
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ruggles
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    Jackson Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay Station to Boston

The distance between Back Bay Station and Boston is approximately 2.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay Station to Boston by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Back Bay Station to Boston

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 44.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay Station and Boston in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay Station to Boston in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Ruggles station near Back Bay Station in Boston to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ruggles station near Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Back Bay Station and Boston by subway and bus is about 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay Station to get to Boston in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Ruggles station near Back Bay Station in Boston.

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

    Get off the subway at the Ruggles stop, which is closest to Boston.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Back Bay Station to Boston in Boston?

    The first train from Back Bay Station to Boston in Boston is Providence/Stoughton. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 12:25 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay Station to Boston?

    The ride from Back Bay Station to Boston costs $2.40.

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