How to get from Back Bay to Roslindale by bus?

From Back Bay to Roslindale by bus

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, take the 39 bus from Back Bay station to Forest Hills station. Next, take the 35 bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $3.40.

46min$3.40
Bus - 3939
Bus - 3535
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Back Bay

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hills
    29 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Dedham Mall
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Jackson Square station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE SHUTTLE bus and finally take the 36 bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $5.80.

38min$5.80
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - ORANGE LINE SHUTTLEORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
Bus - 3636
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
    Jackson Square
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Jackson Square
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson Square - Columbus Ave @ Centre St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - ORANGE LINE SHUTTLEORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    ORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
    Forest Hills (Shuttle)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hills
    9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Va Hospital
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 9
    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 6.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay to Roslindale by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Back Bay

Back Bay is located at Back Bay, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Back Bay Station (Dartmouth Street).

Subway stations close to Back Bay:

  • Arlington
  • Copley
  • Prudential

Train stations close to Back Bay:

  • Back Bay - South End

Bus stations close to Back Bay:

  • Back Bay Station (Dartmouth Street)
  • Dartmouth St Opp Back Bay Sta
  • Dartmouth Street Opposite Back Bay Station

Public transit stations close to Roslindale, Boston

Roslindale is located at South Street, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Washington St @ South St.

Subway stations close to Roslindale:

  • Forest Hills

Train stations close to Roslindale:

  • Roslindale Village
  • Forest Hills
  • Bellevue

Bus stations close to Roslindale:

  • Washington St @ South St
  • Washington St @ Firth Rd
  • Hyde Park Ave Opp Eldridge Rd

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From Back Bay to Roslindale by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Jackson Square station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE SHUTTLE bus and finally take the 36 bus from Forest Hills station to Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $5.80.

38min$5.80
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - ORANGE LINE SHUTTLEORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
Bus - 3636
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
    Jackson Square
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Jackson Square
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson Square - Columbus Ave @ Centre St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - ORANGE LINE SHUTTLEORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    ORANGE LINE SHUTTLE
    Forest Hills (Shuttle)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hills
    9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Va Hospital
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Mosgrove Ave
    ID 599
    3 min
  • 9
    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 46 minutes, using Bus line 39, Bus line 35.

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

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line ORANGE LINE SHUTTLE, Bus line 36.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

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

    The 39 bus 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 bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Roslindale in Boston by bus is about 46 min.

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

    Get on the 39 bus from the Forest Hills stop near Back Bay in Boston.

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

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

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

    The first subway from Back Bay to Roslindale in Boston is Orange Line. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 7:05 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 1:55 AM.

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

    The ride from Back Bay to Roslindale costs $3.40.

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