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

The cheapest way to get from Waltham to Rockland is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Waltham to Rockland is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Rockland?

No, there is no direct bus from Waltham station to Rockland. However, there are services departing from Carter St opp Waltham Station and arriving at Park & Ride Lot, Rte 3 & 228 via Boston South Buses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Waltham and Rockland?

No, there is no direct train from Waltham to Rockland. However, there are services departing from Waltham and arriving at Braintree via Porter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Waltham to Rockland?

The distance between Waltham and Rockland is 32 miles. The road distance is 30.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waltham to Rockland without a car is to subway which takes 1h 15m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Waltham to Rockland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Rockland bus from?

Waltham to Rockland bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Carter St opp Waltham Station.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Rockland train from?

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

Where does the Waltham to Rockland bus arrive?

Waltham to Rockland bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lincoln St @ Essex St station.

Where does the Waltham to Rockland train arrive?

Waltham to Rockland train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Braintree station.

Can I drive from Waltham to Rockland?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham to Rockland is 30 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Waltham to Rockland.

Where can I stay near Rockland?

There are 129+ hotels available in Rockland.

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

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Porter to Braintreesubway Red Line
1h 15m
$39–55
Drive 30 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waltham to Rocklandcar 30 mi
44 min
$6–8
Line 505 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Carter St opp Waltham Station to Lincoln St @ Essex Stbus 505
2. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Park & Ride Lot, Rte 3 & 228bus Hyannis - South Shore to Logan Airport
2h 1m
$28–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waltham to Rocklandtaxi 30 mi
44 min
$100–130
Line 505 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carter St opp Waltham Station to Lincoln St @ Essex Stbus 505
2. Take the train from South Station to Abingtontrain Kingston Line
2h 22m
$16–28

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Distance: 32.1 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

MBTA operates a subway from Porter to Braintree every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carter St opp Waltham Station to Rockland via Lincoln St @ Essex St, Boston South Buses, and Park & Ride Lot, Rte 3 & 228 in around 2h 1m.

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