How to get from Ayer to Newton, MA by bus and train?

From Ayer to Newton, MA by bus and train

To get from Ayer to Newton, MA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the FITCHBURG train from Ayer station to Waltham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 553 bus and finally take the 52 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $11.70. The bus and train schedule from Ayer may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

109min$11.70
Train - FITCHBURG
Bus - 553553
Bus - 5252
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Ayer

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ayer
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Newton Corner
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    24 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Dedham Mall
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8526
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ayer to Newton, MA

The distance between Ayer and Newton, MA is approximately 33.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ayer to Newton, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ayer to Newton, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Ayer to Newton, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ayer) and destination (Newton, MA), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ayer to Newton, MA?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Bus line 553, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct train between Ayer and Newton, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ayer to Newton, MA?

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from Waltham station near Ayer in Ayer to Carter St Opp Waltham Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Carter St Opp Waltham Station station near Newton, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ayer to Newton, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ayer and Newton, MA by train and bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ayer to get to Newton, MA?

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the Waltham station near Ayer in Ayer.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ayer and Newton, MA?

    Get off the train at the Carter St Opp Waltham Station stop, which is closest to Newton, MA.

  • How much is the train fare from Ayer to Newton, MA?

    The ride from Ayer to Newton, MA costs $11.70.

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