How to get from Brown University to Boston by bus and train?

From Brown University to Boston by bus and train

To get from Brown University to Boston you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 1 bus from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station to Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the 23 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $14.70. The bus and train schedule from Brown University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

120min$14.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 2323
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)
    ID 016905
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B)
    ID 023080
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pawtucket/Central Falls
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #828 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    62 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brown University to Boston by bus and train via 1, PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 28

To get from Brown University to Boston you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 1 bus from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station to Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the 28 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Brown University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

124min$13.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 2828
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)
    ID 016905
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B)
    ID 023080
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pawtucket/Central Falls
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #828 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    62 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mattapan
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brown University to Boston

The distance between Brown University and Boston is approximately 42.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 120 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brown University to Boston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brown University to Boston

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brown University to Boston by bus and train via 1, PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 28

To get from Brown University to Boston you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 1 bus from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station to Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the 28 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Brown University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

124min$13.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 2828
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)
    ID 016905
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center (Stop B)
    ID 023080
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pawtucket/Central Falls
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #828 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    62 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mattapan
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brown University to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 120 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brown University to Boston?

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brown University and Boston in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 120 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brown University to Boston in Boston?

    The 1 bus line goes from Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station near Brown University in Boston to Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brown University to Boston in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brown University and Boston by bus and train is about 120 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brown University to get to Boston in Boston?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) stop near Brown University in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brown University and Boston in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Pawtucket Transit Center Via Hope St stop, which is closest to Boston.

  • When is the last train from Brown University to Boston in Boston?

    The last train from Brown University to Boston in Boston is the Providence/Stoughton line. It leaves the Providence station at 6:25 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Brown University to Boston?

    The ride from Brown University to Boston costs $14.70.

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