How to get from Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway?

From Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Forest Hills station. Next, take the 34E bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

25min$4.10
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 34E34E
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 34E34E
    Wait for bus
    34E
    Walpole Center Via Washington St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway via ORANGE LINE and 40

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Forest Hills station. Next, take the 40 bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

26min$4.10
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 4040
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Georgetowne
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay to Roslindale

The distance between Back Bay, Boston and Roslindale, Boston is approximately 4.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay to Roslindale 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 Back Bay to Roslindale

To check the bus and subway schedule from Back Bay to Roslindale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay) and destination (Roslindale), 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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Alternative route from Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway via ORANGE LINE and 40

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Forest Hills station. Next, take the 40 bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

26min$4.10
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 4040
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Georgetowne
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Roslindale?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 34E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay to Roslindale?

    The alternative route takes 26 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 40.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay and Roslindale in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Forest Hills station near Back Bay to Forest Hills station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Forest Hills station near Roslindale in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Roslindale in Boston by subway and bus is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay to get to Roslindale in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Forest Hills station near Back Bay in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay and Roslindale in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills stop, which is closest to Roslindale in Boston.

  • When is the last subway from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston?

    The last subway from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston is the Orange Line line. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 9:49 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston?

    The last bus from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston is the Back Bay - Forest Hills line. It leaves the Back Bay stop at 10:00 PM.

  • When is the first train from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston?

    The first train from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston is Needham. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 2:55 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay to Roslindale?

    The ride from Back Bay to Roslindale costs $4.10.

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