How to get from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square by bus and subway?

South Station #2 to Kenmore Square - Bus Schedule

The 501 bus from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square runs from 6:54 AM to 9:06 AM, with departures every 15-20 min. The trip takes about 23 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From South Station #2 to Kenmore Square by bus and subway

To get from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston, take the 501 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station. Next, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Arlington station to Kenmore station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus and subway schedule from South Station #2 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Kenmore Square on the Moovit app.

23min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 501501
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Kenmore Square
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Brighton Via Copley And Cambridge St (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Arlington St
    ID 177
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Arlington
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Riverside
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Kenmore
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kenmore Square
    Walk to
    Kenmore Square
    Boston University, 553-559 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square

The distance between South Station #2, Boston and Kenmore Square, Boston is approximately 2.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square

To check the bus and subway schedule from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station #2) and destination (Kenmore Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, 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 subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square?

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line 501, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Station #2 and Kenmore Square in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston?

    The 501 bus line goes from Chinatown Gate station near South Station #2 to Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station near Kenmore Square in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between South Station #2 and Kenmore Square in Boston by bus and subway is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Station #2 to get to Kenmore Square in Boston?

    Get on the 501 bus from the Chinatown Gate stop near South Station #2 in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Station #2 and Kenmore Square in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station, which is closest to Kenmore Square in Boston.

  • When is the first subway from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston?

    The first subway from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston is Green Line D. It leaves the Boylston station at 1:30 AM.

  • When is the first train from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston?

    The first train from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the South Station at 12:45 AM.

  • When is the first bus from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston?

    The first bus from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square in Boston is Kenmore - Watertown Yard. It leaves the Stuart St @ Charles St S stop at 1:10 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square?

    The ride from South Station #2 to Kenmore Square costs $4.25.

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