How to get from Alewife to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

From Alewife to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Alewife to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Alewife may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

32min$9.40
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Alewife
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Broadway
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    4 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 Alewife to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Alewife to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 83 bus from Rindge Ave @ Russell Field station to Somerville Ave @ Massachusetts Ave station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The subway and train schedule from Alewife may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

33min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8383
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Rindge Ave @ Russell Field

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rindge Ave @ Russell Field
    ID 2425
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8383
    Wait for bus
    83
    Central Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Massachusetts Ave
    ID 2430
    6 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, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Boston.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Alewife to Waltham, MA

The distance between Alewife and Waltham, MA is approximately 8.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 32 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alewife 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 Alewife to Waltham, MA

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

Related Routes

From Alewife to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Alewife to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 83 bus from Rindge Ave @ Russell Field station to Somerville Ave @ Massachusetts Ave station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The subway and train schedule from Alewife may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

33min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8383
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Rindge Ave @ Russell Field

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rindge Ave @ Russell Field
    ID 2425
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8383
    Wait for bus
    83
    Central Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Massachusetts Ave
    ID 2430
    6 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, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alewife to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 32 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 83, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between Alewife and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 32 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Alewife to Waltham, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Broadway station near Alewife in Cambridge to Porter station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Porter station near Waltham, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Alewife and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Alewife to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Broadway station near Alewife in Cambridge.

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

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

  • How much is the subway fare from Alewife to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Alewife to Waltham, MA costs $9.40.

Popular Routes