How to get from Back Bay - South End to Waltham by bus?

From Back Bay - South End to Waltham by bus

To get from Back Bay - South End to Waltham in Boston, take the 504 bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St Opp Waltham Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from Back Bay - South End may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham on the Moovit app.

30min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham
Leaves from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham
    Walk to
    Waltham
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay - South End to Waltham

The distance between Back Bay - South End, Boston and Waltham, Boston is approximately 9.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay - South End 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 Back Bay - South End to Waltham

To check the bus schedule from Back Bay - South End to Waltham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay - South End) 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 Back Bay - South End to Waltham?

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct bus between Back Bay - South End and Waltham in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Back Bay - South End to Waltham in Boston?

    The 504 bus line goes from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station near Back Bay - South End to Washington St @ Bacon St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Washington St @ Bacon St station near Waltham in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay - South End to Waltham in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay - South End and Waltham in Boston by bus is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Back Bay - South End to get to Waltham in Boston?

    Get on the 504 bus from the Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St stop near Back Bay - South End in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Back Bay - South End and Waltham in Boston?

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

  • When is the first train from Back Bay - South End to Waltham in Boston?

    The first train from Back Bay - South End to Waltham in Boston is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 1:06 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Back Bay - South End to Waltham?

    The ride from Back Bay - South End to Waltham costs $4.25.

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