How to get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by subway and train?

From Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by subway and train

To get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $22.65. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

158min$22.65
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #526 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    50 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    17 min
  • 6
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    58 min
  • 8
    Walk to Shirley, MA
    Walk to
    Shirley, MA
    680 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by bus and train

To get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 556 bus and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $13.50. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

198min$13.50
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #1522 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    46 min
  • 10
    Walk to Shirley, MA
    Walk to
    Shirley, MA
    680 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA

The distance between Wellesley Square and Shirley, MA is approximately 55.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 158 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shirley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA

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

Related Routes

From Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by bus and train

To get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 556 bus and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $13.50. The subway and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

198min$13.50
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #1522 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    46 min
  • 10
    Walk to Shirley, MA
    Walk to
    Shirley, MA
    680 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA?

    The fastest way takes 158 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA?

    The alternative route takes 198 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 556, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct train between Wellesley Square and Shirley, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA?

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from #526 | South Station station near Wellesley Square in Wellesley to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till South Station station near Shirley, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Wellesley Square and Shirley, MA by train and subway is about 2 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wellesley Square to get to Shirley, MA?

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the #526 | South Station station near Wellesley Square in Wellesley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wellesley Square and Shirley, MA?

    Get off the train at the South Station station, which is closest to Shirley, MA.

  • How much is the total train and subway fare from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA?

    The ride from Wellesley Square to Shirley, MA costs $22.65.

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