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How to get from Arlington to Shirley by bus and train?

From Arlington to Shirley by bus and train

To get from Arlington to Shirley in Boston, take the 77 bus from Arlington Heights Busway station to Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

92min$13.95
Bus - 7777
Train - FITCHBURG
Leaves from Arlington Heights Busway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd
    ID 12301
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #407 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station Shirley
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    58 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arlington to Shirley

The distance between Arlington, Boston and Shirley, Boston is approximately 40.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arlington to Shirley by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located at Arlington, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Arlington Heights Busway.

Train stations close to Arlington:

  • West Medford
  • Belmont

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Arlington Heights Busway
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Paul Revere Rd
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Park Ave

Public transit stations close to Shirley, Boston

Shirley is located at Shirley, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Shirley Mbta Station.

Train stations close to Shirley:

  • Shirley

Bus stations close to Shirley:

  • Shirley Mbta Station

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arlington to Shirley?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 77, Bus line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arlington and Shirley in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arlington to Shirley in Boston?

    The 77 bus line goes from Harvard station near Arlington to Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station near Shirley in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Arlington to Shirley in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Arlington and Shirley in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arlington to get to Shirley in Boston?

    Get on the 77 bus from the Harvard stop near Arlington in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arlington and Shirley in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station, which is closest to Shirley in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Arlington to Shirley?

    The ride from Arlington to Shirley costs $13.95.

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