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How to get from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus?

From Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus

Take one direct bus from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA in Waltham: take the 505 bus from Federal St @ Franklin St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from Federal St @ Franklin St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

41min$4.25
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Federal St @ Franklin St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Federal St @ Franklin St
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus via 504 and 558

To get from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Federal St @ Franklin St 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 45 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus schedule from Federal St @ Franklin St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

45min$8.50
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Federal St @ Franklin St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Federal St @ Franklin St
  • 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
    22 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, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA

The distance between Federal St @ Franklin St and Waltham, MA is approximately 14.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA

To check the bus schedule from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Federal St @ Franklin St) and destination (Waltham, MA), 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.

Alternative route from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus via 504 and 558

To get from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Federal St @ Franklin St 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 45 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus schedule from Federal St @ Franklin St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

45min$8.50
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Federal St @ Franklin St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Federal St @ Franklin St
  • 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
    22 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, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 505.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct bus between Federal St @ Franklin St and Waltham, MA?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Federal St @ Franklin St in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham in 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The 505 bus line goes from Waltham (Express) station near Federal St @ Franklin St in Boston to Elm St @ Main St station near Waltham, MA in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Federal St @ Franklin St and Waltham, MA by bus is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Federal St @ Franklin St to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 505 bus from the Waltham (Express) stop near Federal St @ Franklin St in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Federal St @ Franklin St and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Elm St @ Main St stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • When is the last train from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The last train from Federal St @ Franklin St in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the North Station station at 7:50 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The first bus from Federal St @ Franklin St in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Downtown (Express) - Waltham (Express). It leaves the Federal St @ Franklin St stop at 4:00 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Federal St @ Franklin St to Waltham, MA costs $4.25.