How to get from Waltham to Newton, MA by bus?

From Waltham to Newton, MA by bus

To get from Waltham to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 554 bus from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, 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 48 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Waltham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

48min$5.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 554554
Bus - 5252
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 554554
    Wait for bus
    554
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Charles River Loop
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8526
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Waltham to Newton, MA by bus via 556 and 52

To get from Waltham to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 556 bus from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, 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 57 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Waltham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$5.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 556556
Bus - 5252
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    26 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Charles River Loop
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8526
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waltham to Newton, MA

The distance between Waltham and Newton, MA is approximately 7.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waltham 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 Waltham to Newton, MA

To check the bus schedule from Waltham to Newton, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waltham) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Waltham to Newton, MA by bus via 556 and 52

To get from Waltham to Newton, MA in Newton, take the 556 bus from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, 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 57 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Waltham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Newton, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$5.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 556556
Bus - 5252
Walk to Newton, MA
Leaves from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    26 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Charles River Loop
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 8526
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Newton, MA
    Walk to
    Newton, MA
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 554, Bus line 52.

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

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 556, Bus line 52.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waltham to Newton, MA?

    The 554 bus line goes from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station near Waltham in Waltham to Newton Corner station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Newton Corner station near Newton, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Waltham and Newton, MA by bus is about 48 min.

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

    Get on the 554 bus from the Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station stop near Waltham in Waltham.

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

    Get off the bus at the Newton Corner stop, which is closest to Newton, MA.

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

    The ride from Waltham to Newton, MA costs $5.95.

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