How to get from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA by bus and train?

From Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 5 bus from Water Street & Ames Street station to Mcg H station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HAVERHILL train and finally take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $17.50. The bus and train schedule from Water Street & Ames Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

177min$17.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Train - HAVERHILL
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Water Street & Ames Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Water Street & Ames Street
    ID 8937265
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcg H
    ID 11109724
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lawrence
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #224 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    64 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA

The distance between Water Street & Ames Street and Waltham, MA is approximately 38.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 177 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Water Street & Ames Street 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 Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 177 minutes, using Bus line 5, Train line HAVERHILL, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Water Street & Ames Street and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA?

    The 5 bus line goes from Water Street & Ames Street station near Water Street & Ames Street in Lawrence to Mcg H station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Mcg H station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Water Street & Ames Street and Waltham, MA by bus and train is about 2 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Water Street & Ames Street to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Water Street & Ames Street stop near Water Street & Ames Street in Lawrence.

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

    Get off the bus at the Mcg H station, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Water Street & Ames Street to Waltham, MA costs $17.50.

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