How to get from Franklin Town to Boston University by bus and train?

From Franklin Town to Boston University by bus and train

To get from Franklin Town to Boston University in Brookline, take the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from Franklin/Dean College station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 47 bus from Ruggles station to Mountfort St @ Carlton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $12.20. The bus and train schedule from Franklin Town may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

80min$12.20
Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Franklin/Dean College

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Franklin Town
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    Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBOROFRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    Wait for train
    FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    #724 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Central Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountfort St @ Carlton St
    ID 11809
    16 min
  • 7
    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 Franklin Town to Boston University

The distance between Franklin Town, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 27.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Franklin Town 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 Franklin Town to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Train line FRANKLIN/FOXBORO, Bus line 47.

  • Is there a direct train between Franklin Town and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Franklin Town to Boston University?

    The FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train line goes from Ruggles station near Franklin Town in Boston to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ruggles station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Franklin Town in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by train and bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Franklin Town to get to Boston University?

    Get on the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from the Ruggles station near Franklin Town in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Franklin Town and Boston University?

    Get off the train at the Ruggles stop, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

  • How much is the train fare from Franklin Town to Boston University?

    The ride from Franklin Town to Boston University costs $12.20.

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