How to get from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA by bus?

From Northeastern University to Waltham, MA by bus

To get from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 39 bus from 360 Huntington Ave station to Boylston St @ Dartmouth St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 558 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St Opp Waltham Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Northeastern University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

44min$5.95
Bus - 3939
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from 360 Huntington Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Northeastern University
  • 2
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Back Bay
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boylston St @ Dartmouth St
    ID 175
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA

The distance between Northeastern University and Waltham, MA is approximately 10.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northeastern University 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 Northeastern University to Waltham, MA

To check the bus schedule from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northeastern University) 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 39, Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct bus between Northeastern University and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA?

    The 39 bus line goes from Boylston St @ Dartmouth St station near Northeastern University in Boston to Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Northeastern University and Waltham, MA by bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Northeastern University to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 39 bus from the Boylston St @ Dartmouth St stop near Northeastern University in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Northeastern University to Waltham, MA costs $5.95.

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