How to get from Forest Hills to Wellesley by train?

By train

To get from Forest Hills to Wellesley in Boston, take the NEEDHAM train from Forest Hills station to South Station station. Next, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from South Station station to Wellesley Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $8.00.

55min$8.00
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Hills
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #606 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #511 | Worcester
  • 5
    Ride to train station Wellesley Square
    Ride to train station
    Wellesley Square
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By subway and train

To get from Forest Hills to Wellesley in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay station to Wellesley Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $10.40.

53min$10.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Back Bay - South End
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Back Bay
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #511 | Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to train station Wellesley Square
    Ride to train station
    Wellesley Square
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Boston.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Wellesley

The distance between Forest Hills, Boston and Wellesley, Boston is approximately 19.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Wellesley by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Forest Hills

Forest Hills is located at Forest Hills, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Forest Hills.

Subway stations close to Forest Hills:

  • Green Street
  • Forest Hills

Train stations close to Forest Hills:

  • Forest Hills
  • Roslindale Village

Bus stations close to Forest Hills:

  • South St @ Spalding St
  • Washington St @ Arborway Garage
  • Arborway Opp Courthouse

Public transit stations close to Wellesley, Boston

Wellesley is located at Wellesley, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Cross St (Central St/Cross St).

Train stations close to Wellesley:

  • Wellesley Square
  • Natick Center
  • Wellesley Hills

Bus stations close to Wellesley:

  • Cross St (Central St/Cross St)
  • Wellesley Square

Related Routes

By subway and train

To get from Forest Hills to Wellesley in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay station to Wellesley Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $10.40.

53min$10.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Back Bay - South End
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Back Bay
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #511 | Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to train station Wellesley Square
    Ride to train station
    Wellesley Square
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills to Wellesley?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line NEEDHAM, Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Wellesley?

    The alternative route takes 53 minutes, using Bus line ORANGE LINE, Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • Is there a direct train between Forest Hills and Wellesley in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Forest Hills to Wellesley in Boston?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from Forest Hills station near Forest Hills to #606 | South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #606 | South Station station near Wellesley in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Wellesley in Boston by train?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Wellesley in Boston by train is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Forest Hills to get to Wellesley in Boston?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the Forest Hills station near Forest Hills in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Forest Hills and Wellesley in Boston?

    Get off the train at the #606 | South Station station, which is closest to Wellesley in Boston.

  • How much is the train fare from Forest Hills to Wellesley?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Wellesley costs $8.00.

Real-Time Arrivals, Schedules, Maps & More