How to get from Tufts University to Boston College by subway?

From Tufts University to Boston College by subway

To get from Tufts University to Boston College in Newton, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Medford/Tufts Station station to Government Center station. Next, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Government Center station to Boston College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Tufts University may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

89min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Walk to Boston College
Leaves from Medford/Tufts Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Heath Street
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Government Center
    22 min
  • 4
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Boston College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Boston College
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to Boston College
    Walk to
    Boston College
    830 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tufts University to Boston College

The distance between Tufts University, Newton and Boston College, Newton is approximately 12.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tufts University to Boston College by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Tufts University to Boston College

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE E, Subway line GREEN LINE B.

  • Is there a direct subway between Tufts University and Boston College?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Tufts University to Boston College?

    The GREEN LINE E subway line goes from Medford/Tufts Station near Tufts University in Somerville to Government Center station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Government Center station near Boston College in Newton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tufts University to Boston College by subway?

    The total travel time between Tufts University in Somerville and Boston College in Newton by subway is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Tufts University to get to Boston College?

    Get on the GREEN LINE E subway from the Medford/Tufts Station near Tufts University in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Tufts University and Boston College?

    Get off the subway at the Government Center station, which is closest to Boston College in Newton.

  • How much is the subway fare from Tufts University to Boston College?

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

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