How to get from South Station to Brookline by subway?

From South Station to Brookline by subway

To get from South Station to Brookline in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Park Street station. Next, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Park Street station to Brookline Village station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Brookline on the Moovit app.

32min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Brookline
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    South Station
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Brookline Village
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brookline
    Walk to
    Brookline
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Brookline

The distance between South Station, Boston and Brookline, Boston is approximately 4.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 32 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Brookline by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from South Station to Brookline

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Brookline?

    The fastest way takes 32 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station and Brookline in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 32 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station to Brookline in Boston?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Park Street station near South Station to Brookline Village station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Brookline Village station near Brookline in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Brookline in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between South Station and Brookline in Boston by subway is about 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station to get to Brookline in Boston?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Park Street station near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station and Brookline in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Brookline Village station, which is closest to Brookline in Boston.

  • When is the first subway from South Station to Brookline in Boston?

    The first subway from South Station to Brookline in Boston is Green Line E. It leaves the Park Street station at 1:07 AM.

  • When is the first bus from South Station to Brookline in Boston?

    The first bus from South Station to Brookline in Boston is Back Bay - Forest Hills. It leaves the Tremont St Opp Temple Pl stop at 1:17 AM.

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

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

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station to Brookline?

    The ride from South Station to Brookline costs $2.40.

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