How to get from Waltham to Boston Common by bus?

Waltham to Boston Common - Bus Schedule

The 505 bus from Waltham to Boston Common runs from 5:50 AM to 6:50 PM, with departures every 20 min-6 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Waltham to Boston Common by bus

To get from Waltham to Boston Common in Boston, take the 505 bus from Carter St Opp Waltham Station station to Lincoln St @ Essex St station. Next, take the 501 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from Waltham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boston Common on the Moovit app.

63min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 505505
Bus - 501501
Walk to Boston Common
Leaves from Carter St Opp Waltham Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Downtown (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lincoln St @ Essex St
    ID 6550
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Brighton Via Copley And Cambridge St (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Arlington St
    ID 177
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston Common
    Walk to
    Boston Common
    50 Park Plz Boston, MA 02116
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waltham to Boston Common

The distance between Waltham and Boston Common is approximately 14.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 63 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waltham to Boston Common by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Waltham to Boston Common

To check the bus schedule from Waltham to Boston Common using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waltham) and destination (Boston Common), 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 Waltham to Boston Common?

    The fastest way takes 63 minutes, using Bus line 505, Bus line 501.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Boston Common in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 3 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waltham to Boston Common in Boston?

    The 505 bus line goes from Carter St Opp Waltham Station near Waltham in Boston to Lincoln St @ Essex St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lincoln St @ Essex St station near Boston Common.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waltham to Boston Common in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Waltham and Boston Common by bus is about 1 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waltham to get to Boston Common in Boston?

    Get on the 505 bus from the Carter St Opp Waltham Station near Waltham in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waltham and Boston Common in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Lincoln St @ Essex St stop, which is closest to Boston Common.

  • When is the first train from Waltham to Boston Common in Boston?

    The first train from Waltham to Boston Common in Boston is Fitchburg. It leaves the Waltham station at 1:34 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Waltham to Boston Common?

    The ride from Waltham to Boston Common costs $4.25.

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