How to get from Brandeis University to Boston College by bus and subway?

From Brandeis University to Boston College by bus and subway

To get from Brandeis University to Boston College in Newton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 553 bus from South St Opp Brandeis Univ Entrance station to Carter St Opp Waltham Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 558 bus and finally take the GREEN LINE D subway from Riverside station to Chestnut Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Brandeis University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

74min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 553553
Bus - 558558
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Boston College
Leaves from South St Opp Brandeis Univ Entrance

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South St Opp Brandeis Univ Entrance
    ID 7602
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Waltham Station
    ID 88333
    11 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Riverside
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Riverside
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Kenmore
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chestnut Hill
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Boston College
    Walk to
    Boston College
    0.83 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brandeis University to Boston College

The distance between Brandeis University, Newton and Boston College, Newton is approximately 13.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brandeis University to Boston College by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Brandeis University to Boston College

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 553, Bus line 558, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brandeis University and Boston College?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brandeis University to Boston College?

    The 553 bus line goes from South St Opp Brandeis Univ Entrance station near Brandeis University in Waltham to Carter St Opp Waltham Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Carter St Opp Waltham Station near Boston College in Newton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brandeis University to Boston College by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Brandeis University in Waltham and Boston College in Newton by bus and subway is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brandeis University to get to Boston College?

    Get on the 553 bus from the South St Opp Brandeis Univ Entrance stop near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brandeis University and Boston College?

    Get off the bus at the Carter St Opp Waltham Station, which is closest to Boston College in Newton.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Brandeis University to Boston College?

    The ride from Brandeis University to Boston College costs $2.40.

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