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

From Shawmut to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Shawmut to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Shawmut station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Shawmut may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

56min$9.40
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Shawmut

Step by Step

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

To get from Shawmut to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Shawmut 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 11 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Shawmut may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

71min$6.65
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Shawmut

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Shawmut
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    17 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 Shawmut to Waltham, MA

The distance between Shawmut and Waltham, MA is approximately 16.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shawmut 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 Shawmut to Waltham, MA

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

To get from Shawmut to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Shawmut 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 11 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Shawmut may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

71min$6.65
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Shawmut

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Shawmut
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    17 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 Shawmut to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 505.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

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

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Shawmut in Boston 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 Shawmut to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Shawmut and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 56 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Shawmut in Boston.

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

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

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

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

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