How to get from Chelsea to Dorchester by bus and train?

From Chelsea to Dorchester by bus and train

To get from Chelsea to Dorchester in Boston, take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to South Station station. Next, take the FAIRMOUNT train from South Station station to Four Corners/Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The bus and train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

64min$4.80
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL3SL3
Train - FAIRMOUNT
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - FAIRMOUNTFAIRMOUNT
    Wait for train
    FAIRMOUNT
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  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Four Corners/Geneva
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    830 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chelsea to Dorchester by bus and subway

To get from Chelsea to Dorchester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally 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 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

75min$4.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL3SL3
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    31 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    17 min
  • 6
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 8
    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 Chelsea to Dorchester

The distance between Chelsea, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 11.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelsea 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 Chelsea to Dorchester

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

To get from Chelsea to Dorchester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally 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 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

75min$4.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL3SL3
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    31 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    17 min
  • 6
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 8
    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 Chelsea to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line SL3, Train line FAIRMOUNT.

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

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Bus line SL3, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chelsea to Dorchester?

    The SL3 bus line goes from Chelsea station near Chelsea in Chelsea to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till South Station station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelsea to Dorchester by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chelsea in Chelsea and Dorchester in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the SL3 bus from the Chelsea stop near Chelsea in Chelsea.

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

    Get off the bus at the South Station station, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

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

    The ride from Chelsea to Dorchester costs $4.80.

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