How to get from Franklin Town to Chelsea by bus and train?

From Franklin Town to Chelsea by bus and train

To get from Franklin Town to Chelsea in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE bus from Franklin Station - Bus Shuttle station to Canton Junction station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the SL3 bus from South Station station to Bellingham Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $12.10. The bus and train schedule from Franklin Town may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chelsea on the Moovit app.

139min$12.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLECOMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - SL3SL3
Walk to Chelsea
Leaves from Franklin Station - Bus Shuttle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Franklin Station - Bus Shuttle
    ID 31330
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLECOMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE
    Canton Junction (Shuttle)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Canton Junction
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Canton Junction
    870 yd • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #832 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    33 min
  • 7
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellingham Square
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Chelsea
    Walk to
    Chelsea
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Franklin Town to Chelsea

The distance between Franklin Town, Boston and Chelsea, Boston is approximately 39.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Franklin Town to Chelsea 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 Franklin Town to Chelsea

To check the bus and train schedule from Franklin Town to Chelsea using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Franklin Town) and destination (Chelsea), 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 Franklin Town to Chelsea?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Bus line COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line SL3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Franklin Town and Chelsea in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Franklin Town to Chelsea in Boston?

    The COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE bus line goes from Franklin Station - Bus Shuttle station near Franklin Town to Canton Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Canton Junction station near Chelsea in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Franklin Town to Chelsea in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Franklin Town and Chelsea in Boston by bus and train is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Franklin Town to get to Chelsea in Boston?

    Get on the COMMUTER RAIL SHUTTLE bus from the Franklin Station - Bus Shuttle stop near Franklin Town in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Franklin Town and Chelsea in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Canton Junction stop, which is closest to Chelsea in Boston.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Franklin Town to Chelsea?

    The ride from Franklin Town to Chelsea costs $12.10.

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