How to get from South Station to Copley Square by bus?

From South Station to Copley Square by bus

Take one direct bus from South Station to Copley Square 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 Copley Square on the Moovit app.

13min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 501501
Walk to Copley Square
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 Copley Square
    Walk to
    Copley Square
    Boylston St
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Copley Square

The distance between South Station, Boston and Copley Square, Boston is approximately 1.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Copley Square 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 Copley Square

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The total travel time between South Station and Copley Square in Boston by bus is about 13 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St stop, which is closest to Copley Square in Boston.

  • When is the last subway from South Station to Copley Square in Boston?

    The last subway from South Station to Copley Square in Boston is the Green Line B line. It leaves the Boylston station at 7:53 PM.

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

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

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

    The ride from South Station to Copley Square costs $4.25.

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