How to get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale by bus and train?

From Central / Spruce to Roslindale by bus and train

To get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the G5 bus from Central / Pine (2) station to Springfield Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0230 bus and finally take the NEEDHAM train from South Station station to Roslindale Village station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Central / Spruce may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

232min
Walk to bus station
Bus - G5G5
Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
Train - NEEDHAM
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Central / Pine (2)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central / Pine (2)
    ID 1521
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - G5G5
    Wait for bus
    G5
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0230
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    115 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South Station
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #637 | Needham Heights
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Roslindale Village
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    870 yd • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Central / Spruce to Roslindale by bus and subway

To get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the G5 bus from Central / Pine (2) station to Springfield Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0230 bus and finally take the ORANGE LINE subway from Chinatown station to Forest Hills station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Central / Spruce may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

207min
Walk to bus station
Bus - G5G5
Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Central / Pine (2)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central / Pine (2)
    ID 1521
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - G5G5
    Wait for bus
    G5
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0230
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    115 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chinatown
    680 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    0.92 mi • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central / Spruce to Roslindale

The distance between Central / Spruce, Boston and Roslindale, Boston is approximately 89.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 232 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central / Spruce to Roslindale by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Central / Spruce to Roslindale

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

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From Central / Spruce to Roslindale by bus and subway

To get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the G5 bus from Central / Pine (2) station to Springfield Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0230 bus and finally take the ORANGE LINE subway from Chinatown station to Forest Hills station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Central / Spruce may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

207min
Walk to bus station
Bus - G5G5
Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Central / Pine (2)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central / Pine (2)
    ID 1521
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - G5G5
    Wait for bus
    G5
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0230
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    115 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chinatown
    680 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    0.92 mi • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale?

    The fastest way takes 232 minutes, using Bus line G5, Bus line GREYHOUND US0230, Train line NEEDHAM.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central / Spruce to Roslindale?

    The alternative route takes 207 minutes, using Bus line G5, Bus line GREYHOUND US0230, Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central / Spruce and Roslindale in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central / Spruce to Roslindale in Boston?

    The G5 bus line goes from Central / Pine (2) station near Central / Spruce to Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Union Station station near Roslindale in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central / Spruce to Roslindale in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Central / Spruce and Roslindale in Boston by bus and train is about 3 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central / Spruce to get to Roslindale in Boston?

    Get on the G5 bus from the Central / Pine (2) stop near Central / Spruce in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central / Spruce and Roslindale in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Union Station station, which is closest to Roslindale in Boston.

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