How to get from Waltham to Roslindale by bus and train?

From Waltham to Roslindale by bus and train

To get from Waltham to Roslindale in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 553 bus from Carter St Opp Waltham Station station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus 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 14 min. The ride fare is $15.00. The bus and train schedule from Waltham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Roslindale on the Moovit app.

74min$15.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 553553
Bus - 504504
Train - NEEDHAM
Walk to Roslindale
Leaves from Carter St Opp Waltham Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    24 min
  • 4
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Downtown Via Copley (Express)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stuart St @ Dartmouth St
    ID 71855
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #625 | 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 • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waltham to Roslindale

The distance between Waltham, Boston and Roslindale, Boston is approximately 17.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waltham 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 Waltham to Roslindale

To check the bus and train schedule from Waltham to Roslindale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waltham) 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 Waltham to Roslindale?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 553, Bus line 504, Train line NEEDHAM.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Roslindale?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waltham to Roslindale?

    The 553 bus line goes from Carter St Opp Waltham Station station near Waltham in Waltham to Washington St @ Bacon St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Washington St @ Bacon St station near Roslindale in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waltham to Roslindale by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waltham in Waltham and Roslindale in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waltham to get to Roslindale?

    Get on the 553 bus from the Carter St Opp Waltham Station stop near Waltham in Waltham.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waltham and Roslindale?

    Get off the bus at the Washington St @ Bacon St station, which is closest to Roslindale in Boston.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Waltham to Roslindale?

    The ride from Waltham to Roslindale costs $15.00.

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