How to get from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester by bus and train?

Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester - Bus Schedule

The 59 bus from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester runs from 6:14 AM to 7:11 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 34 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester by bus and train

To get from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave station to Needham Junction station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEEDHAM train and finally take the 16 bus from Forest Hills station to Columbia Rd @ Washington St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The bus and train schedule from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

94min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Train - NEEDHAM
Bus - 1616
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8196
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Needham Junction Via Needham St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Needham Junction
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #626 | Forest Hills
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Forest Hills
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Mccormack Via South Bay Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Columbia Rd @ Washington St
    ID 2925
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    0.64 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester

The distance between Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 16.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester 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 Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester

To check the bus and train schedule from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave) and destination (Dorchester), 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 Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 59, Train line NEEDHAM, Bus line 16.

  • Is there a direct bus between Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester?

    The 59 bus line goes from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave station near Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave in Newton to Needham Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Needham Junction station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave in Newton and Dorchester in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to get to Dorchester?

    Get on the 59 bus from the Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave stop near Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave and Dorchester?

    Get off the bus at the Needham Junction stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester?

    The ride from Walnut St @ Commonwealth Ave to Dorchester costs $8.70.

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