How to get from Quincy to Waltham, MA by ferry and train?

From Quincy to Waltham, MA by ferry and train

To get from Quincy to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take 2 ferry lines and one train line: take the QUINCY FERRY ferry from Quincy station to Seaport (Fan Pier) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10 ferry and finally take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The ferry and train schedule from Quincy may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

134min
Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
Ferry - LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from ferry station
    Start from ferry station
    Quincy
  • 2
    Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
    Wait for ferry
    QUINCY FERRY
    Quincy Loop
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Seaport (Fan Pier)
    25 min
  • 4
    Ferry - LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10
    Wait for ferry
    LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10
    North Station (Lovejoy Wharf)
  • 5
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    North Station (Lovejoy Wharf)
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Quincy to Waltham, MA by bus and ferry

To get from Quincy to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take one ferry line and 2 bus lines: take the QUINCY FERRY ferry from Quincy station to Central Wharf (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 70 bus from Main St @ Merchants Row station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The ferry and train schedule from Quincy may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

125min
Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
Bus - 504504
Bus - 7070
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from ferry station
    Start from ferry station
    Quincy
  • 2
    Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
    Wait for ferry
    QUINCY FERRY
    Quincy Loop
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Central Wharf (South)
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Federal St @ Franklin St
    ID 6551
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galen St @ Water St
    ID 999
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St @ Merchants Row
    ID 8815
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Market Place Dr
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    17 min
  • 10
    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 Quincy to Waltham, MA

The distance between Quincy and Waltham, MA is approximately 18.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 134 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Quincy to Waltham, MA by ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Train schedule from Quincy to Waltham, MA

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

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From Quincy to Waltham, MA by bus and ferry

To get from Quincy to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take one ferry line and 2 bus lines: take the QUINCY FERRY ferry from Quincy station to Central Wharf (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 70 bus from Main St @ Merchants Row station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The ferry and train schedule from Quincy may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

125min
Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
Bus - 504504
Bus - 7070
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from ferry station
    Start from ferry station
    Quincy
  • 2
    Ferry - QUINCY FERRYQUINCY FERRY
    Wait for ferry
    QUINCY FERRY
    Quincy Loop
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Central Wharf (South)
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Federal St @ Franklin St
    ID 6551
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galen St @ Water St
    ID 999
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St @ Merchants Row
    ID 8815
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Market Place Dr
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    17 min
  • 10
    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 Quincy to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 134 minutes, using Ferry line QUINCY FERRY, Ferry line LOVEJOY - FAN PIER - PIER 10, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Quincy to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 125 minutes, using Ferry line QUINCY FERRY, Bus line 504, Bus line 70.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Quincy and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 ferry lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 14 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Quincy to Waltham, MA?

    The QUINCY FERRY ferry line goes from Quincy Loop station near Quincy in Quincy to Seaport (Fan Pier) station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line and one train line till Seaport (Fan Pier) station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Quincy to Waltham, MA by ferry and train?

    The total travel time between Quincy and Waltham, MA by ferry and train is about 2 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Quincy to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the QUINCY FERRY ferry from the Quincy Loop station near Quincy in Quincy.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Quincy and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the ferry at the Seaport (Fan Pier) station, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

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