How to get from Chelsea to Boston University by bus and subway?

Chelsea to Boston University - Bus Schedule

The 116 bus from Chelsea to Boston University runs from 12:16 AM to 12:01 AM, with departures every 5 min-2 hr 50 min. The trip takes about 59 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Chelsea to Boston University by bus and subway

To get from Chelsea to Boston University in Brookline, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 subway lines: take the 116 bus from Broadway @ Fourth St station to Maverick station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE subway and finally take the GREEN LINE B subway from Government Center station to Amory Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

59min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 116116
Subway - BLUE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Broadway @ Fourth St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway @ Fourth St
    ID 5606
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Maverick
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maverick
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Maverick
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - BLUE LINE
    Wait for subway
    BLUE LINE
    Bowdoin
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Government Center
    6 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Boston College
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Amory Street
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chelsea to Boston University

The distance between Chelsea, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 6.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelsea to Boston University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookline – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Chelsea to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 116, Subway line BLUE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chelsea to Boston University?

    The 116 bus line goes from Broadway @ Fourth St station near Chelsea in Boston to Maverick station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Maverick station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Chelsea in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by bus and subway is about 59 min.

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

    Get on the 116 bus from the Broadway @ Fourth St stop near Chelsea in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Maverick station, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The ride from Chelsea to Boston University costs $2.40.

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