What is the cheapest way to get from Boston Common to Waltham?

The cheapest way to get from Boston Common to Waltham is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston Common to Waltham?

The fastest way to get from Boston Common to Waltham is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Boston Common and Waltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Otis St @ Summer St and arriving at Moody St @ Ash St. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston Common and Waltham?

No, there is no direct train from Boston Common to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Waltham via Porter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Boston Common to Waltham?

The distance between Boston Common and Waltham is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

How do I travel from Boston Common to Waltham without a car?

The best way to get from Boston Common to Waltham without a car is to line 505 bus which takes 44 min and costs $1 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Boston Common to Waltham?

The line 505 bus from Otis St @ Summer St to Moody St @ Ash St takes 36 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Boston Common to Waltham bus from?

Boston Common to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Otis St @ Summer St station.

Where do I catch the Boston Common to Waltham train from?

Boston Common to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Park Street station.

Where does the Boston Common to Waltham bus arrive?

Boston Common to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Moody St @ Ash St station.

Where does the Boston Common to Waltham train arrive?

Boston Common to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Porter station.

Can I drive from Boston Common to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston Common to Waltham is 10 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Boston Common to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 1294+ hotels available in Waltham.

Boston Common to Waltham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Boston Common to Waltham by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 505 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Otis St @ Summer St to Moody St @ Ash St505
44 min
$1–5
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Park Street to PorterRed Line
2. Take the train from Porter to WalthamFitchburg Line
1h 19m
$4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston Common to Waltham10.3 mi
15 min
$30–45
Drive 10.3 mi
1. Drive from Boston Common to Waltham10.3 mi
15 min
$2–3
Line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Green St @ Pearl St to 691 Main St70
1h 3m
$3–7

Boston Common to Waltham by foot and bus

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44 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Boston Common, MA, USA and Waltham, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a bus from Otis St @ Summer St to Moody St @ Ash St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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