How to get from South Street to Waltham, MA by bus?

South Street to Waltham, MA - Bus Schedule

The 86 bus from South Street to Waltham, MA runs from 12:26 AM to 12:00 AM, with departures every 10 min-4 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From South Street to Waltham, MA by bus

To get from South Street to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 86 bus from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Strathmore Rd station to Western Ave @ Mackin St station. Next, take the 70 bus from 495 Western Ave station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from South Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

64min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8686
Bus - 7070
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Strathmore Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chestnut Hill Ave @ Strathmore Rd
    ID 1030
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Ave @ Mackin St
    ID 1043
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    495 Western Ave
    ID 1077
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Market Place Dr
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    32 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 South Street to Waltham, MA

The distance between South Street and Waltham, MA is approximately 7.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Street 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 South Street to Waltham, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 86, Bus line 70.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Street and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Street to Waltham, MA?

    The 86 bus line goes from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Strathmore Rd station near South Street in Boston to Western Ave @ Mackin St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Western Ave @ Mackin St station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Street to Waltham, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between South Street and Waltham, MA by bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Street to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Chestnut Hill Ave @ Strathmore Rd stop near South Street in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Western Ave @ Mackin St stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Street to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from South Street to Waltham, MA costs $1.70.

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