How to get from Boston South Station to Waltham by bus?

From Boston South Station to Waltham by bus

To get from Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston, take the 504 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus schedule from Boston South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham on the Moovit app.

42min$8.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    470 yd • 6 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
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham
    Walk to
    Waltham
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Boston South Station to Waltham by subway and train

To get from Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus schedule from Boston South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham on the Moovit app.

43min$9.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston South Station
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham
    Walk to
    Waltham
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston South Station to Waltham

The distance between Boston South Station, Boston and Waltham, Boston is approximately 10.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston South Station 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 South Station to Waltham

To check the bus schedule from Boston South Station to Waltham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston South Station) 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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From Boston South Station to Waltham by subway and train

To get from Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus schedule from Boston South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham on the Moovit app.

43min$9.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston South Station
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham
    Walk to
    Waltham
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Boston South Station to Waltham?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston South Station and Waltham in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston?

    The 504 bus line goes from Chinatown Gate station near Boston South Station 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 Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Boston South Station and Waltham in Boston by bus is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Boston South Station to get to Waltham in Boston?

    Get on the 504 bus from the Chinatown Gate stop near Boston South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Boston South Station 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 Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston?

    The first train from Boston South Station to Waltham in Boston is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station at 1:40 AM.

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

    The ride from Boston South Station to Waltham costs $8.50.

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