How to get from Third Street to Roslindale by bus and train?

From Third Street to Roslindale by bus and train

To get from Third Street to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the R bus from Third Street station to Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ACELA train and finally take the NEEDHAM train from Back Bay - South End station to Roslindale Village station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Third Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

114min
Bus - RR
Train - ACELAACELA
Train - NEEDHAM
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Third Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Third Street
  • 2
    Bus - RR
    Wait for bus
    R
    Broad Street Terminal (Providence)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange)
    ID 072015
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Providence
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #629 | Needham Heights
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Roslindale Village
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Roslindale
    Walk to
    Roslindale
    South Street
    870 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Third Street to Roslindale

The distance between Third Street, Boston and Roslindale, Boston is approximately 49.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Third Street 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 Third Street to Roslindale

To check the bus and train schedule from Third Street to Roslindale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Third Street) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Third Street to Roslindale?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line R, Train line ACELA, Train line NEEDHAM.

  • Is there a direct bus between Third Street and Roslindale in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Third Street to Roslindale in Boston?

    The R bus line goes from Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange) station near Third Street to Providence station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Providence station near Roslindale in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Third Street to Roslindale in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Third Street and Roslindale in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Third Street to get to Roslindale in Boston?

    Get on the R bus from the Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange) stop near Third Street in Boston.

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

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

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