How to get from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA by bus and train?

From Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA by bus and train

To get from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the FITCHBURG train from Shirley station to Waltham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 558 bus and finally take the MBRS bus from Riverside Station station to Massbay Wellesley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $8.95. The bus and train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wellesley, MA on the Moovit app.

147min$8.95
Train - FITCHBURG
Bus - 558558
Bus - MBRSMBRS
Walk to Wellesley, MA
Leaves from Shirley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Shirley Mbta Station
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waltham
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Riverside
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Riverside Station
    ID Ne2
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - MBRSMBRS
    Wait for bus
    MBRS
    Massbay Wellesley
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massbay Wellesley
    ID W18
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Wellesley, MA
    Walk to
    Wellesley, MA
    1.23 mi • 25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA

The distance between Shirley Mbta Station and Wellesley, MA is approximately 38.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wellesley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shirley Mbta Station) and destination (Wellesley, 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 Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA?

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Bus line 558, Bus line MBRS.

  • Is there a direct train between Shirley Mbta Station and Wellesley, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA?

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from Waltham station near Shirley Mbta Station in Shirley to Carter St Opp Waltham Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Carter St Opp Waltham Station near Wellesley, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Shirley Mbta Station and Wellesley, MA by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Shirley Mbta Station to get to Wellesley, MA?

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the Waltham station near Shirley Mbta Station in Shirley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Shirley Mbta Station and Wellesley, MA?

    Get off the train at the Carter St Opp Waltham Station, which is closest to Wellesley, MA.

  • How much is the train fare from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA?

    The ride from Shirley Mbta Station to Wellesley, MA costs $8.95.

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