How to get from Mattapan to Dorchester by bus and subway?

From Mattapan to Dorchester by bus and subway

To get from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston, take the MATTAPAN LINE subway from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Washington St Opp Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

30min$4.10
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Mattapan
  • 2
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    11 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Mattapan to Dorchester by bus

To get from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston, take the 24 bus from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Washington St Opp Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

34min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mattapan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    14 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mattapan to Dorchester

The distance between Mattapan, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 3.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mattapan to Dorchester by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Mattapan to Dorchester

To check the bus and subway schedule from Mattapan to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mattapan) and destination (Dorchester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, 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 subway schedules.

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From Mattapan to Dorchester by bus

To get from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston, take the 24 bus from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Washington St Opp Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

34min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mattapan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    14 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Subway line MATTAPAN LINE, Bus line 23.

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

    The alternative route takes 34 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct subway between Mattapan and Dorchester in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston?

    The MATTAPAN LINE subway line goes from Ashmont station near Mattapan to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Mattapan and Dorchester in Boston by subway and bus is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Mattapan to get to Dorchester in Boston?

    Get on the MATTAPAN LINE subway from the Ashmont station near Mattapan in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Mattapan and Dorchester in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Ashmont / Peabody Sq. stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston?

    The first train from Mattapan to Dorchester in Boston is Fairmount. It leaves the Blue Hill Avenue station at 12:51 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Mattapan to Dorchester?

    The ride from Mattapan to Dorchester costs $4.10.

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