How to get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

From Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Jfk/Umass station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Jfk/Umass may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

55min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Jfk/Umass

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jfk/Umass
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by bus and subway

To get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Jfk/Umass station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the 505 bus from Otis St @ Summer St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Jfk/Umass may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

66min$6.65
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Jfk/Umass

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jfk/Umass
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA

The distance between Jfk/Umass and Waltham, MA is approximately 14.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jfk/Umass) and destination (Waltham, 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.

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From Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by bus and subway

To get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Jfk/Umass station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the 505 bus from Otis St @ Summer St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Jfk/Umass may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

66min$6.65
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Jfk/Umass

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jfk/Umass
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 505.

  • Is there a direct subway between Jfk/Umass and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Jfk/Umass station near Jfk/Umass in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Alewife station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Jfk/Umass and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Jfk/Umass to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Jfk/Umass station near Jfk/Umass in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Jfk/Umass and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Alewife station, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Jfk/Umass to Waltham, MA costs $9.40.

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