How to get from Longwood to Dorchester by bus?

From Longwood to Dorchester by bus

To get from Longwood to Dorchester in Boston, take the 47 bus from Brookline Ave @ Short St station to Nubian station. Next, take the 23 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Longwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

55min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Brookline Ave @ Short St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brookline Ave @ Short St
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Longwood to Dorchester by bus via 8 and 23

To get from Longwood to Dorchester in Boston, take the 8 bus from Brookline Ave @ Short St station to Nubian station. Next, take the 23 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Longwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

55min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 88
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Brookline Ave @ Short St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brookline Ave @ Short St
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Harbor Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    21 min
  • 6
    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 Longwood to Dorchester

The distance between Longwood, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 5.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Longwood 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 Longwood to Dorchester

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Longwood to Dorchester by bus via 8 and 23

To get from Longwood to Dorchester in Boston, take the 8 bus from Brookline Ave @ Short St station to Nubian station. Next, take the 23 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Longwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

55min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 88
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Brookline Ave @ Short St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brookline Ave @ Short St
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Harbor Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Longwood to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 47, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Longwood to Dorchester?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 8, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between Longwood and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Longwood to Dorchester?

    The 47 bus line goes from Brookline Ave @ Short St station near Longwood in Brookline to Broadway station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Broadway station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Longwood to Dorchester by bus?

    The total travel time between Longwood in Brookline and Dorchester in Boston by bus is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Longwood to get to Dorchester?

    Get on the 47 bus from the Brookline Ave @ Short St stop near Longwood in Brookline.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Longwood and Dorchester?

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Longwood to Dorchester?

    The ride from Longwood to Dorchester costs $3.40.

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