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How to get from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA by bus?

From South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA by bus

Take one direct bus from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA in Waltham: take the 505 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

41min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA by bus via 504 and 558

To get from South Station Bus Terminal 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 44 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

44min$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
    370 yd • 5 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 Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA

The distance between South Station Bus Terminal and Waltham, MA is approximately 14.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station Bus Terminal 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 Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA

To check the bus schedule from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station Bus Terminal) 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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Alternative route from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA by bus via 504 and 558

To get from South Station Bus Terminal 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 44 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

44min$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
    370 yd • 5 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 Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 505.

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

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Station Bus Terminal and Waltham, MA?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham in 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA?

    The 505 bus line goes from Chinatown Gate station near South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Waltham (Express) station near Waltham, MA in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between South Station Bus Terminal and Waltham, MA by bus is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Station Bus Terminal to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 505 bus from the Chinatown Gate stop near South Station Bus Terminal in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Waltham (Express) stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • When is the first bus from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA?

    The first bus from South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Downtown (Express) - Waltham (Express). It leaves the Chinatown Gate stop at 4:05 AM.

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

    The first train from South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station station at 1:40 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from South Station Bus Terminal to Waltham, MA costs $4.25.

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