How to get from Riverside Station to Boston University by bus and subway?

From Riverside Station to Boston University by bus and subway

To get from Riverside Station to Boston University in Brookline, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Riverside station to Fenway station. Next, take the 85 bus from Park Dr @ Fenway Station NB station to Mountfort St @ Carlton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Riverside Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

45min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Bus - 8585
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Riverside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Riverside Station
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Kenmore
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Fenway
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Park Dr @ Fenway Station NB
    ID 1807
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Assembly
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountfort St @ Carlton St
    ID 11809
    3 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 Riverside Station to Boston University

The distance between Riverside Station, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 9.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverside Station 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 Riverside Station to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE D, Bus line 85.

  • Is there a direct subway between Riverside Station and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Riverside Station to Boston University?

    The GREEN LINE D subway line goes from Fenway station near Riverside Station in Newton to Park Dr @ Fenway Station NB station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Park Dr @ Fenway Station NB station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Riverside Station in Newton and Boston University in Brookline by subway and bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Riverside Station to get to Boston University?

    Get on the GREEN LINE D subway from the Fenway station near Riverside Station in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Riverside Station and Boston University?

    Get off the subway at the Park Dr @ Fenway Station NB stop, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

  • When is the last train from Riverside Station to Boston University?

    The last train from Riverside Station in Newton to Boston University in Brookline is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the Auburndale station at 5:59 PM.

  • When is the first subway from Riverside Station to Boston University?

    The first subway from Riverside Station in Newton to Boston University in Brookline is Green Line D. It leaves the Riverside station at 12:45 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Riverside Station to Boston University?

    The ride from Riverside Station to Boston University costs $2.40.

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