How to get from Quincy Center to Boston by bus and train?

From Quincy Center to Boston by bus and train

To get from Quincy Center to Boston in Boston, take the KINGSTON train from Quincy Center station to South Station station. Next, take the SL4 bus from Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $8.20. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

54min$8.20
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - SL4SL4
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Essex St @ Atlantic Ave
    ID 6538
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL4SL4
    Wait for bus
    SL4
    Nubian
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Quincy Center to Boston by bus and subway

To get from Quincy Center to Boston in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Quincy Center station to Jfk/Umass station. Next, take the 8 bus from Jfk/Umass station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

52min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 88
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Jfk/Umass
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Jfk/Umass
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jfk/Umass
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Kenmore
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    26 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 Quincy Center to Boston

The distance between Quincy Center and Boston is approximately 10.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Quincy Center to Boston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Quincy Center to Boston

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

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From Quincy Center to Boston by bus and subway

To get from Quincy Center to Boston in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Quincy Center station to Jfk/Umass station. Next, take the 8 bus from Jfk/Umass station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

52min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 88
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Jfk/Umass
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Jfk/Umass
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jfk/Umass
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Kenmore
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Quincy Center to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Train line KINGSTON, Bus line SL4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Quincy Center to Boston?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 8.

  • Is there a direct train between Quincy Center and Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Quincy Center to Boston?

    The KINGSTON train line goes from South Station station near Quincy Center in Quincy to Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Quincy Center to Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Quincy Center and Boston by train and bus is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Quincy Center to get to Boston?

    Get on the KINGSTON train from the South Station station near Quincy Center in Quincy.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Quincy Center and Boston?

    Get off the train at the Essex St @ Atlantic Ave stop, which is closest to Boston.

  • When is the first subway from Quincy Center to Boston?

    The first subway from Quincy Center in Quincy to Boston in Boston is Red Line. It leaves the Quincy Center station at 8:06 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Quincy Center to Boston?

    The ride from Quincy Center to Boston costs $8.20.

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