How to get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train?

From 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train

To get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 16 bus from 850 Chelmsford station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the HAVERHILL train from North Station station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $19.35. The bus and train schedule from 850 Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

140min$19.35
Bus - 1616
Train - LOWELL
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from 850 Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    850 Chelmsford
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lowell
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #324 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #229 | Haverhill
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train via 16, 24 and HAVERHILL

To get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from 850 Chelmsford station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 24 bus and finally take the HAVERHILL train from Lawrence station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $6.60. The bus and train schedule from 850 Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

160min$6.60
Bus - 1616
Bus - 2424
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from 850 Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    850 Chelmsford
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lawrence
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #232 | North Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    27 min
  • 10
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA

The distance between 850 Chelmsford and Reading, MA is approximately 40.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reading – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (850 Chelmsford) and destination (Reading, 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train via 16, 24 and HAVERHILL

To get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from 850 Chelmsford station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 24 bus and finally take the HAVERHILL train from Lawrence station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $6.60. The bus and train schedule from 850 Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

160min$6.60
Bus - 1616
Bus - 2424
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from 850 Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    850 Chelmsford
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lawrence
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #232 | North Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    27 min
  • 10
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Bus line 16, Train line LOWELL, Train line HAVERHILL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA?

    The alternative route takes 160 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 24, Train line HAVERHILL.

  • Is there a direct bus between 850 Chelmsford and Reading, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA?

    The 16 bus line goes from Kennedy Center station near 850 Chelmsford in Lowell to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station near Reading, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 850 Chelmsford and Reading, MA by bus and train is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 850 Chelmsford to get to Reading, MA?

    Get on the 16 bus from the Kennedy Center stop near 850 Chelmsford in Lowell.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 850 Chelmsford and Reading, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station, which is closest to Reading, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA?

    The ride from 850 Chelmsford to Reading, MA costs $19.35.

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