How to get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by bus and subway?

From Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA in Wakefield, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Oak Grove station. Next, take the 137 bus from Washington St @ Grove St station to Main St @ Water St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Wakefield, MA on the Moovit app.

52min$4.10
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 137137
Walk to Wakefield, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Oak Grove
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main St @ Water St
    ID 9251
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wakefield, MA
    Walk to
    Wakefield, MA
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA in Wakefield, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Malden Center station. Next, take the HAVERHILL train from Malden Center station to Wakefield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Wakefield, MA on the Moovit app.

49min$9.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Wakefield, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Malden Center
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1225 | Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wakefield, MA
    Walk to
    Wakefield, MA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA

The distance between Back Bay and Wakefield, MA is approximately 12.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wakefield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA

To check the bus and subway schedule from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay) and destination (Wakefield, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, 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 subway schedules.

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From Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA in Wakefield, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Malden Center station. Next, take the HAVERHILL train from Malden Center station to Wakefield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus and subway schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Wakefield, MA on the Moovit app.

49min$9.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Wakefield, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Malden Center
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1225 | Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wakefield, MA
    Walk to
    Wakefield, MA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 137.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA?

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line HAVERHILL.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay and Wakefield, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston to Oak Grove station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Oak Grove station near Wakefield, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Wakefield, MA by subway and bus is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay to get to Wakefield, MA?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay and Wakefield, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Oak Grove stop, which is closest to Wakefield, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA?

    The ride from Back Bay to Wakefield, MA costs $4.10.

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