How to get from Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus?

From Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus

To get from Malden Center to Reading, MA in Reading, take the 131 bus from Malden Center station to Main St @ Grove St station. Next, take the 137 bus from Main St @ Grove St station to Salem St Opp Manning St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

47min$3.40
Bus - 131131
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Bus - 131131
    Wait for bus
    131
    Melrose Highlands Via Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main St @ Grove St
    ID 9226
    14 min
  • 4
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Salem St Opp Manning St
    ID 9296
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus via 132 and 137

To get from Malden Center to Reading, MA in Reading, take the 132 bus from Malden Center station to Washington St @ Grove St station. Next, take the 137 bus from Washington St @ Grove St station to Salem St Opp Manning St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$3.40
Bus - 132132
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Bus - 132132
    Wait for bus
    132
    Redstone
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Salem St Opp Manning St
    ID 9296
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Malden Center to Reading, MA

The distance between Malden Center and Reading, MA is approximately 11.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reading – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Malden Center to Reading, MA

To check the bus schedule from Malden Center to Reading, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Malden Center) and destination (Reading, 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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Alternative route from Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus via 132 and 137

To get from Malden Center to Reading, MA in Reading, take the 132 bus from Malden Center station to Washington St @ Grove St station. Next, take the 137 bus from Washington St @ Grove St station to Salem St Opp Manning St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

57min$3.40
Bus - 132132
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Bus - 132132
    Wait for bus
    132
    Redstone
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Salem St Opp Manning St
    ID 9296
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 131, Bus line 137.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 132, Bus line 137.

  • Is there a direct bus between Malden Center and Reading, MA?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The 131 bus line goes from Melrose Highlands Via Oak Grove station near Malden Center in Malden to Main St @ Grove St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Main St @ Grove St station near Reading, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Malden Center to Reading, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Malden Center and Reading, MA by bus is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Malden Center to get to Reading, MA?

    Get on the 131 bus from the Melrose Highlands Via Oak Grove stop near Malden Center in Malden.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Malden Center and Reading, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Main St @ Grove St stop, which is closest to Reading, MA.

  • When is the first train from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The first train from Malden Center in Malden to Reading, MA in Reading is Haverhill. It leaves the Malden Center station at 2:06 AM.

  • When is the last bus from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The last bus from Malden Center in Malden to Reading, MA in Reading is the Malden - Reading Depot line. It leaves the Malden Center stop at 5:55 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Malden Center to Reading, MA?

    The ride from Malden Center to Reading, MA costs $3.40.

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