How to get from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester by bus?

S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester - Bus Schedule

The 12 bus from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester runs from 5:31 AM to 11:21 PM, with departures every 15 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 50 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester by bus

To get from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester in Boston, take the 12 bus from S. Main St. @ Union St. station to Ashmont Station 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 50 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from S. Main St. @ Union St. may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

50min$1.70
Bus - 1212
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from S. Main St. @ Union St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    S. Main St. @ Union St.
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashmont Station
    ID 738
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 7
    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 S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester

The distance between S. Main St. @ Union St., Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 10.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from S. Main St. @ Union St. 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 S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester

To check the bus schedule from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (S. Main St. @ Union St.) 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 S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between S. Main St. @ Union St. and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester?

    The 12 bus line goes from Ashmont Station near S. Main St. @ Union St. in Randolph 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 S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester by bus?

    The total travel time between S. Main St. @ Union St. in Randolph and Dorchester in Boston by bus is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near S. Main St. @ Union St. to get to Dorchester?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Ashmont Station near S. Main St. @ Union St. in Randolph.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between S. Main St. @ Union St. and Dorchester?

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

  • How much is the bus fare from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester?

    The ride from S. Main St. @ Union St. to Dorchester costs $1.70.

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