How to get from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA by bus?

From Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA by bus

Take one direct bus from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA in Waltham: 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 41 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

41min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Otis St @ Summer St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

38min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Park Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Street
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    13 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
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Public transit directions from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA

The distance between Downtown Crossing and Waltham, MA is approximately 14.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown Crossing 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 Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA

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

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From Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

38min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Park Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Street
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    13 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

Questions & Answers

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

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

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

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Downtown Crossing and Waltham, MA?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Downtown Crossing in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham in 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA?

    The 505 bus line goes from Otis St @ Summer St station near Downtown Crossing in Boston to Waltham (Express) station near Waltham, MA in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Downtown Crossing and Waltham, MA by bus is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Downtown Crossing to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 505 bus from the Otis St @ Summer St stop near Downtown Crossing in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Downtown Crossing and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Waltham (Express) stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • When is the first train from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA?

    The first train from Downtown Crossing in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the South Station station at 1:00 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA?

    The first bus from Downtown Crossing in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Downtown (Express) - Waltham (Express). It leaves the Otis St @ Summer St stop at 4:02 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Downtown Crossing to Waltham, MA costs $4.25.

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