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

From Providence to Boston College by subway and train

To get from Providence to Boston College in Newton, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Copley station to Boston College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $14.65. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

121min$14.65
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Leaves from Providence

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
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    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Copley
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Boston College
  • 6
    Ride to subway station Boston College
    Ride to subway station
    Boston College
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Providence to Boston College by bus and train

To get from Providence to Boston College in Newton, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 57 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Washington St @ Lake St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $18.20. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

117min$18.20
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 504504
Bus - 5757
Walk to Boston College
Leaves from Providence

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
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    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    8 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Kenmore
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Lake St
    ID 916
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Boston College
    Walk to
    Boston College
    0.74 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Providence to Boston College

The distance between Providence, Newton and Boston College, Newton is approximately 47.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence to Boston College by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Providence to Boston College

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

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From Providence to Boston College by bus and train

To get from Providence to Boston College in Newton, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally take the 57 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Washington St @ Lake St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $18.20. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Boston College on the Moovit app.

117min$18.20
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 504504
Bus - 5757
Walk to Boston College
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    8 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Kenmore
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Lake St
    ID 916
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Boston College
    Walk to
    Boston College
    0.74 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Subway line GREEN LINE B.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Providence to Boston College?

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 504, Bus line 57.

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

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

  • Which train line goes from Providence to Boston College?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from #824 | South Station station near Providence in Boston to Back Bay - South End station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Back Bay - South End station near Boston College in Newton.

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

    The total travel time between Providence in Boston and Boston College in Newton by train and subway is about 2 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the #824 | South Station station near Providence in Boston.

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

    Get off the train at the Back Bay - South End station, which is closest to Boston College in Newton.

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

    The ride from Providence to Boston College costs $14.65.

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