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

From Back Bay to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Back Bay 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 55 min. The ride fare is $8.20. The bus and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

55min$8.20
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 553553
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 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 to Waltham, MA

The distance between Back Bay and Waltham, MA is approximately 10.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay 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 to Waltham, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 553.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Waltham, MA by train and bus is about 55 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Newtonville stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

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

    The last train from Back Bay 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 to Waltham, MA?

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

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