How to get from Tufts University to Boston Common by bus and subway?

From Tufts University to Boston Common by bus and subway

To get from Tufts University to Boston Common in Boston, take the 96 bus from College Ave @ Professors Row station to College Ave @ Highland Ave station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Davis Sq. station to Park Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Tufts University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston Common on the Moovit app.

35min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9696
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Boston Common
Leaves from College Ave @ Professors Row

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    College Ave @ Professors Row
    ID 2380
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Highland Ave
    ID 5015
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston Common
    Walk to
    Boston Common
    Beacon Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tufts University to Boston Common

The distance between Tufts University and Boston Common is approximately 5.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tufts University to Boston Common by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Tufts University to Boston Common

To check the bus and subway schedule from Tufts University to Boston Common using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tufts University) and destination (Boston Common), 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 Tufts University to Boston Common?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 96, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tufts University and Boston Common?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tufts University to Boston Common?

    The 96 bus line goes from College Ave @ Professors Row station near Tufts University in Somerville to College Ave @ Highland Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till College Ave @ Highland Ave station near Boston Common.

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

    The total travel time between Tufts University and Boston Common by bus and subway is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tufts University to get to Boston Common?

    Get on the 96 bus from the College Ave @ Professors Row stop near Tufts University in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tufts University and Boston Common?

    Get off the bus at the College Ave @ Highland Ave station, which is closest to Boston Common.

  • When is the last subway from Tufts University to Boston Common?

    The last subway from Tufts University in Somerville to Boston Common in Boston is the Red Line line. It leaves the Davis Sq. station at 7:37 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tufts University to Boston Common?

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

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