How to get from Providence College to Boston College by bus and train?

From Providence College to Boston College by bus and train

To get from Providence College to Boston College in Newton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 57 bus from Smith Before River station to Gaspee Opposite Providence Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the 65 bus from Ruggles station to Winship St @ Union St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $15.95. The bus and train schedule from Providence College may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

161min$15.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5757
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 6565
Walk to Boston College
Leaves from Smith Before River

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Smith Before River
    ID 071040
    620 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Kennedy Plaza Via Smith St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gaspee Opposite Providence Station
    ID 017270
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Providence
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #828 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Brighton Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Winship St @ Union St
    ID 1994
    23 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston College
    Walk to
    Boston College
    1.52 mi • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Providence College to Boston College

The distance between Providence College, Newton and Boston College, Newton is approximately 49.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence College to Boston College by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Providence College to Boston College

To check the bus and train schedule from Providence College to Boston College using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Providence College) and destination (Boston College), 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Bus line 57, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 65.

  • Is there a direct bus between Providence College and Boston College?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Providence College to Boston College?

    The 57 bus line goes from Smith Before River station near Providence College in Boston to Gaspee Opposite Providence Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Gaspee Opposite Providence Station near Boston College in Newton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Providence College to Boston College by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Providence College in Boston and Boston College in Newton by bus and train is about 2 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the 57 bus from the Smith Before River stop near Providence College in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Gaspee Opposite Providence Station, which is closest to Boston College in Newton.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Providence College to Boston College?

    The ride from Providence College to Boston College costs $15.95.

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