How to get from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA by bus and train?

From Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay - South End station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Walnut St station to 691 Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $8.20. The bus and train schedule from Back Bay - South End may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

53min$8.20
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 553553
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay - South End
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Walnut St
    ID 7645
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    691 Main St
    ID 88334
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA

The distance between Back Bay - South End and Waltham, MA is approximately 10.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 553.

  • Is there a direct train between Back Bay - South End and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA?

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from Newtonville station near Back Bay - South End in Boston to Washington St @ Walnut St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Washington St @ Walnut St station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay - South End and Waltham, MA by train and bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Back Bay - South End to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the Newtonville station near Back Bay - South End in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Back Bay - South End and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the train at the Washington St @ Walnut St stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • When is the last train from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA?

    The last train from Back Bay - South End in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 6:06 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Back Bay - South End to Waltham, MA costs $8.20.

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