How to get from Brandeis University to Boston University by bus, subway and train?

From Brandeis University to Boston University by bus, subway and train

To get from Brandeis University to Boston University in Brookline, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the FITCHBURG train from Brandeis/Roberts station to Porter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 47 bus from Green St @ Magazine St station to Mountfort St @ Lenox St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus, subway and train schedule from Brandeis University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

49min$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - FITCHBURG
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Brandeis/Roberts

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Porter
    17 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Central
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Green St @ Magazine St
    ID 1123
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountfort St @ Lenox St
    ID 1773
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brandeis University to Boston University

The distance between Brandeis University, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 11.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brandeis University to Boston University by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookline – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Brandeis University to Boston University

To check the bus, subway and train schedule from Brandeis University to Boston University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brandeis University) and destination (Boston University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, subway 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, subway and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brandeis University to Boston University?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 47.

  • Is there a direct train between Brandeis University and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brandeis University to Boston University?

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from Brandeis/Roberts station near Brandeis University in Waltham to Porter station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line till Porter station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Brandeis University in Waltham and Boston University in Brookline by train, subway and bus is about 49 min.

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

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the Brandeis/Roberts station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

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

  • How much is the total train, subway and bus fare from Brandeis University to Boston University?

    The ride from Brandeis University to Boston University costs $9.40.

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