How to get from West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester by bus?

From West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester by bus

To get from West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester in Boston, take the 12 bus from West Main St. @ East Main 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 54 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from West Main St. @ East Main St. may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

54min$1.70
Bus - 1212
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from West Main St. @ East Main St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    West Main St. @ East Main St.
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashmont Station
    ID 738
    33 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 West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester

The distance between West Main St. @ East Main St., Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 13.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Main St. @ East Main 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 West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between West Main St. @ East Main St. and Dorchester in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester in Boston?

    The 12 bus line goes from Ashmont Station near West Main St. @ East Main St. 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 West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between West Main St. @ East Main St. and Dorchester in Boston by bus is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near West Main St. @ East Main St. to get to Dorchester in Boston?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Ashmont Station near West Main St. @ East Main St. in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between West Main St. @ East Main St. and Dorchester in Boston?

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

  • How much is the bus fare from West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester?

    The ride from West Main St. @ East Main St. to Dorchester costs $1.70.

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