What is the cheapest way to get from Waltham to Brookline?

The cheapest way to get from Waltham to Brookline is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waltham to Brookline?

The fastest way to get from Waltham to Brookline is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $26 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Brookline?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elm St @ Main St and arriving at Massachusetts Ave @ Pearl St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Waltham and Brookline?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside and arriving at Brookline Hills. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Waltham to Brookline?

The distance between Waltham and Brookline is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

How do I travel from Waltham to Brookline without a car?

The best way to get from Waltham to Brookline without a car is to tram which takes 23 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Waltham to Brookline?

The tram from Riverside to Brookline Hills takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Brookline bus from?

Waltham to Brookline bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Elm St @ Main St station.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Brookline train from?

Waltham to Brookline train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Waltham to Brookline bus arrive?

Waltham to Brookline bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Massachusetts Ave @ Pearl St station.

Where does the Waltham to Brookline train arrive?

Waltham to Brookline train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Brookline Hills station.

Can I drive from Waltham to Brookline?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham to Brookline is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Waltham to Brookline.

Where can I stay near Brookline?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Brookline.

Waltham to Brookline - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 70 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Waltham to Brookline by tram, bus, 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.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Riverside to Brookline Hillstram D
23 min
$3
Line 70 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elm St @ Main St to Massachusetts Ave @ Pearl Stbus 70
38 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waltham to Brooklinetaxi 7.5 mi
16 min
$26–31
Drive 7.5 mi
1. Drive from Waltham to Brooklinecar 7.5 mi
16 min
$2

Waltham to Brookline by tram

919Weekly Trams

23 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waltham to Brookline.

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Waltham, MA, USA and Brookline, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a vehicle from Riverside to Brookline Hills every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Elm St @ Main St to Massachusetts Ave @ Pearl St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 38 min.

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