How to get from Mount Holyoke College to Boston University by bus and train?

From Mount Holyoke College to Boston University by bus and train

To get from Mount Holyoke College to Boston University in Brookline, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 38 bus from Stone Shelter station to Amherst - Near Spring St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B79 bus and finally take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Worcester Union Station station to Lansdowne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Mount Holyoke College may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

260min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3838
Bus - B79B79
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Stone Shelter

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stone Shelter
    ID 329
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Umass / Haigis Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Amherst - Near Spring St
    ID 112
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center
    ID 113
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - B79B79
    Wait for bus
    B79
    Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Garage
    93 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #550 | South Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lansdowne
    80 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    0.72 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mount Holyoke College to Boston University

The distance between Mount Holyoke College, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 101.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 260 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mount Holyoke College 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 Mount Holyoke College to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 260 minutes, using Bus line 38, Bus line B79, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mount Holyoke College and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mount Holyoke College to Boston University?

    The 38 bus line goes from Stone Shelter station near Mount Holyoke College in Boston to Amherst - Near Spring St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Amherst - Near Spring St station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Mount Holyoke College in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by bus and train is about 4 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mount Holyoke College to get to Boston University?

    Get on the 38 bus from the Stone Shelter stop near Mount Holyoke College in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Mount Holyoke College and Boston University?

    Get off the bus at the Amherst - Near Spring St station, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

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