How to get from Back Bay to Dorchester by bus and train?

From Back Bay to Dorchester by bus and train

To get from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from Back Bay - South End station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FAIRMOUNT train and finally take the 23 bus from Washington Street @ Four Corners / Geneva Station station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

34min$4.10
Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
Train - FAIRMOUNT
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBOROFRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    Wait for train
    FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    #1716 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - FAIRMOUNTFAIRMOUNT
    Wait for train
    FAIRMOUNT
    #1615 | Readville
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Four Corners/Geneva
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington Street @ Four Corners / Geneva Station
    ID 475
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Back Bay to Dorchester by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 23

To get from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Back Bay - South End station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ruggles station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

45min$4.10
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #923 | Stoughton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    32 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Dorchester

The distance between Back Bay, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 5.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay 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 Back Bay to Dorchester

To check the bus and train schedule from Back Bay to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay) 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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Alternative route from Back Bay to Dorchester by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 23

To get from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Back Bay - South End station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ruggles station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

45min$4.10
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #923 | Stoughton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    32 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Train line FRANKLIN/FOXBORO, Train line FAIRMOUNT, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay to Dorchester?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct train between Back Bay and Dorchester in Boston?

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

  • Which train line goes from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston?

    The FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train line goes from #1716 | South Station station near Back Bay to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till South Station station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Dorchester in Boston by train and bus is about 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Back Bay to get to Dorchester in Boston?

    Get on the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from the #1716 | South Station station near Back Bay in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Back Bay and Dorchester in Boston?

    Get off the train at the South Station stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • When is the last bus from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston?

    The last bus from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston is the Ruggles - Ashmont line. It leaves the Ruggles stop at 10:17 PM.

  • When is the last train from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston?

    The last train from Back Bay to Dorchester in Boston is the Franklin/Foxboro line. It leaves the South Station station at 7:55 PM.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Back Bay to Dorchester?

    The ride from Back Bay to Dorchester costs $4.10.

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