How to get from Union Square to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

From Union Square to Waltham, MA by subway and train

To get from Union Square to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Union Square station to North Station station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

58min$9.40
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Union Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Square
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Riverside
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Square to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Union Square to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 87 bus from Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave station to Elm St @ Hancock St station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The subway and train schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

51min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave
    ID 2612
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Arlington Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Hancock St
    ID 2625
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 7
    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 Union Square to Waltham, MA

The distance between Union Square and Waltham, MA is approximately 12.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square 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 Union Square to Waltham, MA

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

To get from Union Square to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 87 bus from Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave station to Elm St @ Hancock St station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Waltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The subway and train schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

51min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave
    ID 2612
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Arlington Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Hancock St
    ID 2625
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    380 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE D, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Square to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 87, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between Union Square and Waltham, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 58 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Union Square to Waltham, MA?

    The GREEN LINE D subway line goes from Riverside station near Union Square in Somerville to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Waltham, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Square to Waltham, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Union Square and Waltham, MA by subway and train is about 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Union Square to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the GREEN LINE D subway from the Riverside station near Union Square in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Union Square and Waltham, MA?

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

  • How much is the subway fare from Union Square to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Union Square to Waltham, MA costs $9.40.

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