How to get from South Station to Brookline by bus and train?

From South Station to Brookline by bus and train

To get from South Station to Brookline in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 65 bus from Ruggles station to Washington St @ Pearl St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brookline on the Moovit app.

33min$4.10
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 6565
Walk to Brookline
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
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    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #923 | Stoughton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Brighton Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Pearl St
    ID 1526
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brookline
    Walk to
    Brookline
    130 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 4.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Brookline by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South Station to Brookline

To check the bus and train 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 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 South Station to Brookline?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 65.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

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

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from Ruggles station near South Station to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ruggles station near Brookline in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between South Station and Brookline in Boston by train and bus is about 33 min.

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

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the Ruggles station near South Station in Boston.

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

    Get off the train at the Ruggles stop, which is closest to Brookline in Boston.

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

    The last train from South Station to Brookline in Boston is the Providence/Stoughton line. It leaves the South Station at 6:45 PM.

  • 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 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.

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

    The ride from South Station to Brookline costs $4.10.

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