How to get from Forest Hills to Dorchester by bus?

From Forest Hills to Dorchester by bus

To get from Forest Hills to Dorchester in Boston, take the 16 bus from Forest Hills station to Columbia Rd @ Washington St station. Next, take the 23 bus from Washington St @ Columbia Rd station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

25min$1.70
Bus - 1616
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Harbor Point Via South Bay Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Columbia Rd @ Washington St
    ID 2925
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Columbia Rd
    ID 468
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Dorchester

The distance between Forest Hills, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 3.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Dorchester by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Forest Hills to Dorchester

To check the bus schedule from Forest Hills to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forest Hills) and destination (Dorchester), 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 Forest Hills to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forest Hills and Dorchester in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forest Hills to Dorchester in Boston?

    The 16 bus line goes from Columbia Rd @ Washington St station near Forest Hills to Washington St @ Columbia Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Washington St @ Columbia Rd station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Dorchester in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Dorchester in Boston by bus is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forest Hills to get to Dorchester in Boston?

    Get on the 16 bus from the Columbia Rd @ Washington St stop near Forest Hills in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forest Hills and Dorchester in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Washington St @ Columbia Rd stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • When is the first bus from Forest Hills to Dorchester in Boston?

    The first bus from Forest Hills to Dorchester in Boston is Andrew via South Bay Center - Forest Hills via South Bay Center. It leaves the Forest Hills stop at 12:30 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Forest Hills to Dorchester?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Dorchester costs $1.70.

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