How to get from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line by bus and train?

From Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line by bus and train

To get from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line in Hopkinton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the SL4 bus from Nubian station to Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train and finally take the 495C bus from Southborough Mbta Station station to Hopkinton Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $13.70. The bus and train schedule from Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston Marathon Start Line on the Moovit app.

158min$13.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL4SL4
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 495C495C
Walk to Boston Marathon Start Line
Leaves from Nubian

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nubian
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL4SL4
    Wait for bus
    SL4
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essex St @ Atlantic Ave
    ID 6538
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South Station
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #529 | Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southborough
    60 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southborough Mbta Station
    ID S10
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 495C495C
    Wait for bus
    495C
    Milford Crossing
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hopkinton Center
    ID HP3
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston Marathon Start Line
    Walk to
    Boston Marathon Start Line
    E Main St (at Ash St)
    350 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line

The distance between Boston, Hopkinton and Boston Marathon Start Line, Hopkinton is approximately 33.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 158 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hopkinton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line

To check the bus and train schedule from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston) and destination (Boston Marathon Start Line), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line?

    The fastest way takes 158 minutes, using Bus line SL4, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 495C.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston and Boston Marathon Start Line?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line?

    The SL4 bus line goes from Nubian station near Boston in Boston to Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Essex St @ Atlantic Ave station near Boston Marathon Start Line in Hopkinton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Boston in Boston and Boston Marathon Start Line in Hopkinton by bus and train is about 2 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Boston to get to Boston Marathon Start Line?

    Get on the SL4 bus from the Nubian stop near Boston in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Boston and Boston Marathon Start Line?

    Get off the bus at the Essex St @ Atlantic Ave stop, which is closest to Boston Marathon Start Line in Hopkinton.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line?

    The ride from Boston to Boston Marathon Start Line costs $13.70.

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