Bus 38 route
Route stops
21 stops • 1 direction
- Centre St opp Louders Ln
- Centre St opp Rambler Rd
- Centre St @ Westchester Rd
- Centre St opp Faulkner Hospital
- Centre St @ Walter St
- 1200 Centre St opp VFW Pkwy
- Centre St @ VFW Pkwy
- Centre St opp Walter St
- Centre St @ Faulkner Hospital
- Centre St @ Rambler Rd
- Centre St @ Westchester Rd
- Centre St @ Louders Ln
- Centre St @ Hillcroft Rd
- Centre St @ Arborway Rotary
- Centre St @ Eliot St
- South St @ Spalding St
- South St @ Child St
- South St @ Sedgwick St
- South St @ Bardwell St
- South St @ Jamaica St
- South St @ St Rose St
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 38. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 38 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 38 stop here?'
Where does bus #38 run?
This route serves the Boston (USA) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
What's the first stop?
Starting point is Wren Street. Usually at the first stop there's a turnaround or layover space where drivers rest between runs. If you want to guarantee a seat, get on here—the vehicle is just starting out and still mostly empty.
What's the last stop?
Final stop is Forest Hills Station. Everyone gets off here, the vehicle turns around and heads back after a few minutes. Missed your stop? No big deal—just ride to the end and come back on the same route.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is MBTA. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'MBTA' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Additional Route Information
38 - Wren Street - Forest Hills Station
Reference
38
Origin
Wren Street
Destination
Forest Hills Station
Route network
MBTA
Network (short)
MBTA
Operator
MBTA
Quick overview
Explore the bus 38 route in Boston (USA). 1 direction, 21 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
