How to get from Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus?

From Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus

To get from Forest Hills to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 36 bus from Forest Hills station to Spring St @ Baker St station. Next, take the 52 bus from Baker St Opp Wycliff Ave station to Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

47min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Bus - 5252
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Millennium Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spring St @ Baker St
    ID 815
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Baker St Opp Wycliff Ave
    ID 8390
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Watertown Yard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8507
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 39 bus from Forest Hills station to S Huntington Ave @ Huntington Ave station. Next, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Brookline Village station to Newton Centre station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$4.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3939
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Back Bay
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    S Huntington Ave @ Huntington Ave
    ID 6575
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Brookline Village
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Riverside
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Newton Centre
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    820 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Newton, MA

The distance between Forest Hills and Newton, MA is approximately 9.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Forest Hills to Newton, MA

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

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From Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 39 bus from Forest Hills station to S Huntington Ave @ Huntington Ave station. Next, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Brookline Village station to Newton Centre station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$4.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3939
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Back Bay
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    S Huntington Ave @ Huntington Ave
    ID 6575
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Brookline Village
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Riverside
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Newton Centre
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    820 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 36, Bus line 52.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Newton, MA?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 39, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forest Hills and Newton, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forest Hills to Newton, MA?

    The 36 bus line goes from Forest Hills station near Forest Hills in Boston to Spring St @ Baker St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Spring St @ Baker St station near Newton, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Newton, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Newton, MA by bus is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forest Hills to get to Newton, MA?

    Get on the 36 bus from the Forest Hills stop near Forest Hills in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forest Hills and Newton, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Spring St @ Baker St stop, which is closest to Newton, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Forest Hills to Newton, MA?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Newton, MA costs $3.40.

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