How to get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester by bus and train?

From Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester by bus and train

To get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the SL2 bus from Courthouse 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 35 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The bus and train schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

35min$6.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL2SL2
Train - FAIRMOUNT
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Courthouse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Courthouse
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL2SL2
    Wait for bus
    SL2
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    4 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 Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester by bus and train via SL2 and FAIRMOUNT

To get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston, take the SL2 bus from Courthouse 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 38 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The bus and train schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

38min$4.80
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL2SL2
Train - FAIRMOUNT
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Courthouse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Courthouse
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL2SL2
    Wait for bus
    SL2
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    4 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 Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    830 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester

The distance between Seaport (Fan Pier), Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 4.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Seaport (Fan Pier) 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 Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester

To check the bus and train schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Seaport (Fan Pier)) 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 Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester by bus and train via SL2 and FAIRMOUNT

To get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston, take the SL2 bus from Courthouse 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 38 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The bus and train schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

38min$4.80
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL2SL2
Train - FAIRMOUNT
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Courthouse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Courthouse
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL2SL2
    Wait for bus
    SL2
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    4 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 Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    830 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line SL2, Train line FAIRMOUNT, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester?

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line SL2, Train line FAIRMOUNT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Seaport (Fan Pier) and Dorchester in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston?

    The SL2 bus line goes from Courthouse station near Seaport (Fan Pier) to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till South Station station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Seaport (Fan Pier) and Dorchester in Boston by bus and train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Seaport (Fan Pier) to get to Dorchester in Boston?

    Get on the SL2 bus from the Courthouse stop near Seaport (Fan Pier) in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Seaport (Fan Pier) and Dorchester in Boston?

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

  • When is the first subway from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston?

    The first subway from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston is Red Line. It leaves the South Station station at 8:21 PM.

  • When is the first train from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston?

    The first train from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester in Boston is Franklin/Foxboro. It leaves the South Station station at 2:47 AM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester?

    The ride from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Dorchester costs $6.50.

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