How to get from South Station to Chelsea by bus?

From South Station to Chelsea by bus

To get from South Station to Chelsea in Boston, take the SL3 bus from South Station station to Airport station. Next, take the 104 bus from Airport station to Broadway @ Fourth St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

31min$4.10
Bus - SL3SL3
Bus - 104104
Walk to Chelsea
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Station
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Airport
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 104104
    Wait for bus
    104
    Malden
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway @ Fourth St
    ID 5606
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chelsea
    Walk to
    Chelsea
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Station to Chelsea by bus via SL3

Take one direct bus from South Station to Chelsea in Boston: take the SL3 bus from South Station station to Bellingham Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

29min$2.40
Bus - SL3SL3
Walk to Chelsea
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Station
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellingham Square
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chelsea
    Walk to
    Chelsea
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Chelsea

The distance between South Station, Boston and Chelsea, Boston is approximately 6.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Chelsea by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to South Station

South Station is located at South Station, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Tufts Medical Center.

Subway stations close to South Station:

  • Tufts Medical Center
  • Chinatown
  • Downtown Crossing

Train stations close to South Station:

  • South Station

Bus stations close to South Station:

  • South Station Boston
  • Summer St @ South Station - Red Line Entrance
  • Essex St @ Atlantic Ave

Ferry stations close to South Station:

  • Rowes Wharf

Public transit stations close to Chelsea, Boston

Chelsea is located at Chelsea, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Charlestown Navy Yard.

Subway stations close to Chelsea:

  • Wood Island
  • Airport

Train stations close to Chelsea:

  • Chelsea

Bus stations close to Chelsea:

  • Broadway @ Fourth St
  • Hawthorne St @ Broadway
  • Park St @ Hawthorne St

Ferry stations close to Chelsea:

  • Charlestown Navy Yard

Related Routes

Alternative route from South Station to Chelsea by bus via SL3

Take one direct bus from South Station to Chelsea in Boston: take the SL3 bus from South Station station to Bellingham Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

29min$2.40
Bus - SL3SL3
Walk to Chelsea
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Station
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellingham Square
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chelsea
    Walk to
    Chelsea
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Bus line SL3, Bus line 104.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Station to Chelsea?

    The alternative route takes 29 minutes, using Bus line SL3.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 31 min.

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

    The SL3 bus line goes from Chelsea station near South Station to Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Airport station near Chelsea in Boston

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

    The total travel time between South Station and Chelsea in Boston by bus is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the SL3 bus from the Chelsea stop near South Station in Boston.

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

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

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

    The first subway from South Station to Chelsea in Boston is Blue Line. It leaves the State Street station at 7:19 PM.

  • When is the last bus from South Station to Chelsea in Boston?

    The last bus from South Station to Chelsea in Boston is the South Station - Chelsea line. It leaves the South Station stop at 8:44 PM.

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

    The first train from South Station to Chelsea in Boston is Newburyport/Rockport. It leaves the North Station station at 1:30 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Station to Chelsea?

    The ride from South Station to Chelsea costs $4.10.

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