How to get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

From South Station Boston to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

43min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Station Boston to Waltham, MA by bus

To get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The subway and train schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

45min$8.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 6
    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 South Station Boston to Waltham, MA

The distance between South Station Boston and Waltham, MA is approximately 11.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station Boston 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 South Station Boston to Waltham, MA

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

To get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The subway and train schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

45min$8.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station Boston and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near South Station Boston in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Alewife station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between South Station Boston and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station Boston to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station station near South Station Boston in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station Boston and Waltham, MA?

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

  • When is the first train from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA?

    The first train from South Station Boston in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the South Station station at 1:00 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from South Station Boston to Waltham, MA costs $9.40.

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