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

From Malden Center to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Malden Center to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Malden Center station to North Station station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

54min$9.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Malden Center to Waltham, MA by bus and subway

To get from Malden Center to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Malden Center 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 4 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

64min$6.65
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    15 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 Malden Center to Waltham, MA

The distance between Malden Center and Waltham, MA is approximately 14.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Malden Center 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 Malden Center to Waltham, MA

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

To get from Malden Center to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Malden Center 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 4 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Malden Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

64min$6.65
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Malden Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Malden Center
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    15 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 Malden Center to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 64 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 505.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Malden Center to Waltham, MA?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Forest Hills station near Malden Center in Malden to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Waltham, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Malden Center and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 54 min.

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

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Forest Hills station near Malden Center in Malden.

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

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

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

    The ride from Malden Center to Waltham, MA costs $9.40.

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