How to get from Boston University to Waltham by bus?

From Boston University to Waltham by bus

To get from Boston University to Waltham in Boston, take the 57 bus from Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St station to Centre St @ Jefferson St station. Next, take the 556 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St @ Waltham Comm Rail Sta station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Boston University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham on the Moovit app.

53min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5757
Bus - 556556
Walk to Waltham
Leaves from Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Watertown Yard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Centre St @ Jefferson St
    ID 988
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St @ Waltham Comm Rail Sta
    ID 86944
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham
    Walk to
    Waltham
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston University to Waltham

The distance between Boston University, Boston and Waltham, Boston is approximately 8.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston University to Waltham by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Boston University to Waltham

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston University to Waltham?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 57, Bus line 556.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Waltham?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston University to Waltham?

    The 57 bus line goes from Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St station near Boston University in Brookline to Centre St @ Jefferson St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Centre St @ Jefferson St station near Waltham in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston University to Waltham by bus?

    The total travel time between Boston University in Brookline and Waltham in Boston by bus is about 53 min.

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

    Get on the 57 bus from the Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St stop near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    Get off the bus at the Centre St @ Jefferson St stop, which is closest to Waltham in Boston.

  • When is the last train from Boston University to Waltham?

    The last train from Boston University in Brookline to Waltham in Boston is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the Lansdowne station at 6:11 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Boston University to Waltham?

    The ride from Boston University to Waltham costs $1.70.

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