How to get from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA by bus and train?

From Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA by bus and train

To get from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 36 bus from Spring St @ Charles River Loop station to Forest Hills station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEEDHAM train and finally take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay - South End station to Worcester Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $13.95. The bus and train schedule from Charles River Loop may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Worcester, MA on the Moovit app.

164min$13.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Train - NEEDHAM
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Walk to Worcester, MA
Leaves from Spring St @ Charles River Loop

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spring St @ Charles River Loop
    ID 774
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hills
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Hills
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    10 min
  • 7
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #525 | Worcester
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    89 min
  • 9
    Walk to Worcester, MA
    Walk to
    Worcester, MA
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA

The distance between Charles River Loop and Worcester, MA is approximately 51.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Worcester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Charles River Loop) and destination (Worcester, 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 Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Bus line 36, Train line NEEDHAM, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Charles River Loop and Worcester, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA?

    The 36 bus line goes from Spring St @ Charles River Loop station near Charles River Loop in Boston to Forest Hills station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Forest Hills station near Worcester, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Charles River Loop and Worcester, MA by bus and train is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Charles River Loop to get to Worcester, MA?

    Get on the 36 bus from the Spring St @ Charles River Loop stop near Charles River Loop in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Charles River Loop and Worcester, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Forest Hills station, which is closest to Worcester, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA?

    The ride from Charles River Loop to Worcester, MA costs $13.95.

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