How to get from Waltham to Worcester by bus and train?

From Waltham to Worcester by bus and train

To get from Waltham to Worcester in Boston, take the 553 bus from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station to Elm St @ Washington St station. Next, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from West Newton station to Worcester Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $10.00.

92min$10.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 553553
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Leaves from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St @ Washington St
    ID 7622
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Newton
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to train station Worcester Union Station
    Ride to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    75 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waltham to Worcester

The distance between Waltham, Boston and Worcester, Boston is approximately 37.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waltham to Worcester by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Waltham

Waltham is located at Waltham, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station.

Train stations close to Waltham:

  • Waltham
  • Newtonville
  • Auburndale

Bus stations close to Waltham:

  • Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
  • Carter St @ Waltham Comm Rail Sta
  • Waltham

Public transit stations close to Worcester, Boston

Worcester is located at Worcester, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Union Station Garage.

Bus stations close to Worcester:

  • Union Station Garage
  • Garage Franklin
  • Central Hub

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waltham to Worcester?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 553, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Worcester in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waltham to Worcester in Boston?

    The 553 bus line goes from Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station near Waltham to Newton Corner station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Newton Corner station near Worcester in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Waltham to Worcester in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waltham and Worcester in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waltham to get to Worcester in Boston?

    Get on the 553 bus from the Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station stop near Waltham in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waltham and Worcester in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Newton Corner station, which is closest to Worcester in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Waltham to Worcester?

    The ride from Waltham to Worcester costs $10.00.

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