How to get from Dedham to Boston University by bus and train?

From Dedham to Boston University by bus and train

To get from Dedham to Boston University in Brookline, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 34E bus from Washington St Opp Eastbrook Rd station to Forest Hills station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEEDHAM train and finally take the 85 bus from Ruggles station to Mountfort St @ Carlton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and train schedule from Dedham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

62min$4.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 34E34E
Train - NEEDHAM
Bus - 8585
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Washington St Opp Eastbrook Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St Opp Eastbrook Rd
    ID 74618
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 34E34E
    Wait for bus
    34E
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hills
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Hills
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Assembly
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountfort St @ Carlton St
    ID 11809
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dedham to Boston University

The distance between Dedham, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 9.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dedham to Boston University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookline – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dedham to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Bus line 34E, Train line NEEDHAM, Bus line 85.

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

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

  • Which bus line goes from Dedham to Boston University?

    The 34E bus line goes from Washington St Opp Eastbrook Rd station near Dedham in Boston to Forest Hills station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Forest Hills station near Boston University in Brookline.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dedham to Boston University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dedham in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by bus and train is about 1 hr 2 min.

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

    Get on the 34E bus from the Washington St Opp Eastbrook Rd stop near Dedham in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Forest Hills stop, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Dedham to Boston University?

    The ride from Dedham to Boston University costs $4.10.

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