How to get from Quincy Center to Gloucester by bus and train?

From Quincy Center to Gloucester by bus and train

To get from Quincy Center to Gloucester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREENBUSH train from Quincy Center station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL3 bus and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Chelsea station to Gloucester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $19.90. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gloucester on the Moovit app.

126min$19.90
Train - GREENBUSH
Bus - SL3SL3
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Gloucester
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Train - GREENBUSHGREENBUSH
    Wait for train
    GREENBUSH
    #1064 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    18 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chelsea
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #27 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gloucester
    51 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gloucester
    Walk to
    Gloucester
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Quincy Center to Gloucester by bus and train via KINGSTON, SL3 and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Quincy Center to Gloucester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the KINGSTON train from Quincy Center station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL3 bus and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Chelsea station to Gloucester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $19.90. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gloucester on the Moovit app.

144min$19.90
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - SL3SL3
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Gloucester
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chelsea
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #27 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gloucester
    51 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gloucester
    Walk to
    Gloucester
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Quincy Center to Gloucester

The distance between Quincy Center, Boston and Gloucester, Boston is approximately 42.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Quincy Center to Gloucester 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 Quincy Center to Gloucester

To check the bus and train schedule from Quincy Center to Gloucester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Quincy Center) and destination (Gloucester), 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 Quincy Center to Gloucester by bus and train via KINGSTON, SL3 and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Quincy Center to Gloucester in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the KINGSTON train from Quincy Center station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL3 bus and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Chelsea station to Gloucester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $19.90. The bus and train schedule from Quincy Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gloucester on the Moovit app.

144min$19.90
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - SL3SL3
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Gloucester
Leaves from Quincy Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Quincy Center
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chelsea
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chelsea
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #27 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gloucester
    51 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gloucester
    Walk to
    Gloucester
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Quincy Center to Gloucester?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line GREENBUSH, Bus line SL3, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Quincy Center to Gloucester?

    The alternative route takes 144 minutes, using Train line KINGSTON, Bus line SL3, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct train between Quincy Center and Gloucester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Quincy Center to Gloucester?

    The GREENBUSH train line goes from #1064 | South Station station near Quincy Center in Quincy to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till South Station station near Gloucester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Quincy Center to Gloucester by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Quincy Center in Quincy and Gloucester in Boston by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Quincy Center to get to Gloucester?

    Get on the GREENBUSH train from the #1064 | South Station station near Quincy Center in Quincy.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Quincy Center and Gloucester?

    Get off the train at the South Station station, which is closest to Gloucester in Boston.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Quincy Center to Gloucester?

    The ride from Quincy Center to Gloucester costs $19.90.

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