How to get from South Station to Boston Public Library by bus?

From South Station to Boston Public Library by bus

Take one direct bus from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston: take the 501 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 13 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boston Public Library on the Moovit app.

13min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 501501
Walk to Boston Public Library
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Brighton Via Copley And Cambridge St (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Boston Public Library
    Walk to
    Boston Public Library
    Blagden Street
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Boston Public Library

The distance between South Station and Boston Public Library is approximately 1.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Boston Public Library by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from South Station to Boston Public Library

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

    The fastest way takes 13 minutes, using Bus line 501.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Station and Boston Public Library in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston in 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston?

    The 501 bus line goes from Chinatown Gate station near South Station to Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station near Boston Public Library in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between South Station and Boston Public Library by bus is about 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Station to get to Boston Public Library in Boston?

    Get on the 501 bus from the Chinatown Gate stop near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Station and Boston Public Library in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St stop, which is closest to Boston Public Library.

  • When is the last subway from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston?

    The last subway from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston is the Orange Line line. It leaves the Chinatown station at 7:47 PM.

  • When is the first train from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston?

    The first train from South Station to Boston Public Library in Boston is Providence/Stoughton. It leaves the South Station station at 12:20 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Station to Boston Public Library?

    The ride from South Station to Boston Public Library costs $4.25.

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