How to get from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common by bus and subway?

From Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common by bus and subway

To get from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common in Boston, take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Park Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Chelsea Station MBTA may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston Common on the Moovit app.

46min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL3SL3
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Boston Common
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chelsea
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    32 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Boston Common
    Walk to
    Boston Common
    Beacon Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common

The distance between Chelsea Station MBTA and Boston Common is approximately 7.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common 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 Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common

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

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line SL3, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chelsea Station MBTA and Boston Common?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common?

    The SL3 bus line goes from Chelsea station near Chelsea Station MBTA in Chelsea to South Station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till South Station near Boston Common.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Chelsea Station MBTA and Boston Common by bus and subway is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chelsea Station MBTA to get to Boston Common?

    Get on the SL3 bus from the Chelsea stop near Chelsea Station MBTA in Chelsea.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chelsea Station MBTA and Boston Common?

    Get off the bus at the South Station, which is closest to Boston Common.

  • When is the first train from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common?

    The first train from Chelsea Station MBTA in Chelsea to Boston Common in Boston is Newburyport/Rockport. It leaves the Chelsea station at 1:40 AM.

  • When is the last bus from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common?

    The last bus from Chelsea Station MBTA in Chelsea to Boston Common in Boston is the South Station - Chelsea line. It leaves the Chelsea stop at 7:16 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common?

    The ride from Chelsea Station MBTA to Boston Common costs $2.40.

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