Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | Boston (South Station) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | Boston (South Station) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | Boston (South Station) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Waterloo (Union Bus Depot) | 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge | No tags |
Get from Waterloo to Boston
The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Waterloo, IA, US to Boston, MA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Waterloo to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waterloo to Boston start from $223. The average price for this route is around $226. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Waterloo to Boston?
The average bus trip duration from Waterloo to Boston is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 1077 miles (1738 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Waterloo to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waterloo to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Waterloo to Boston at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waterloo to Boston?
A bus trip from Waterloo to Boston generates an estimated 43.42575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Waterloo, IA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Apr 11, 2026 with a price of $218To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waterloo, IA, US to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $218 to $219 for a bus ticket from Waterloo, IA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2026-04-11.
