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

From Braintree to Waltham, MA by bus and train

To get from Braintree to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the KINGSTON train from Braintree station to South Station station. Next, take the 505 bus from Otis St @ Summer St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $11.25. The bus and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

83min$11.25
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - 505505
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 883321
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Braintree to Waltham, MA by bus and train via KINGSTON, 504 and 554

To get from Braintree to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the KINGSTON train from Braintree station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 554 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

85min$15.50
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - 504504
Bus - 554554
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    20 min
  • 7
    Bus - 554554
    Wait for bus
    554
    Waverley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 869451
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Braintree to Waltham, MA

The distance between Braintree and Waltham, MA is approximately 25.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Braintree 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 Braintree to Waltham, MA

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Braintree to Waltham, MA by bus and train via KINGSTON, 504 and 554

To get from Braintree to Waltham, MA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the KINGSTON train from Braintree station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 554 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Elm St @ Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

85min$15.50
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - 504504
Bus - 554554
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    20 min
  • 7
    Bus - 554554
    Wait for bus
    554
    Waverley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Main St
    ID 869451
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line KINGSTON, Bus line 505.

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

    The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Train line KINGSTON, Bus line 504, Bus line 554.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Braintree to Waltham, MA?

    The KINGSTON train line goes from #1012 | South Station station near Braintree in Braintree Town to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till South Station station near Waltham, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Braintree and Waltham, MA by train and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

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

    Get on the KINGSTON train from the #1012 | South Station station near Braintree in Braintree Town.

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

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

  • How much is the train fare from Braintree to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Braintree to Waltham, MA costs $11.25.

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