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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Waltham is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Waltham is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Waltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Main St @ Lowell St - Reading Sq and arriving at Elm St @ Main St via Otis St @ Summer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Waltham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Waltham via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Waltham?

The distance between Reading and Waltham is 23 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Waltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $3 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Reading to Waltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Waltham bus from?

Reading to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Main St @ Lowell St - Reading Sq station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Waltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Waltham?

The best way to get from Reading to Waltham is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $3 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 137 bus and line 505 bus, which costs $5 - $13 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Reading to Waltham bus arrive?

Reading to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Oak Grove Busway station.

Where does the Reading to Waltham train arrive?

Reading to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Waltham is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Reading to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 1670+ hotels available in Waltham.

Reading to Waltham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 137 bus, and line 505 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Waltham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Reading to North Stationtrain Haverhill Line
2. Take the train from North Station to Walthamtrain Fitchburg Line
1h 45m
$3–10
Line 137 bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Main St @ Lowell St - Reading Sq to Oak Grove Buswaybus 137
2. Take the bus from Otis St @ Summer St to Elm St @ Main Stbus 505
2h 36m
$6–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Walthamtaxi 14.9 mi
26 min
$45–60
Drive 14.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Walthamcar 14.9 mi
26 min
$3–4

Reading to Waltham by train

106Weekly Trains

1h 45mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Waltham via North Station in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St @ Lowell St - Reading Sq to Elm St @ Main St via Oak Grove Busway, Oak Grove, Downtown Crossing, and Otis St @ Summer St in around 2h 36m.

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