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

From Brown University to Boston University by bus and train

To get from Brown University to Boston University in Brookline, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 72 bus from Dorrance Before Pine station to Providence Station (Exchange Before Park Row W) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ACELA train and finally take the GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE bus from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St station to Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Brown University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

103min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Train - ACELAACELA
Bus - GREEN LINE B SHUTTLEGREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Dorrance Before Pine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dorrance Before Pine
    ID 072350
    260 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Pawtucket Transit Center Via Weeden St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Providence Station (Exchange Before Park Row W)
    ID 072010
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Providence
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stuart St @ Dartmouth St
    ID 71855
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - GREEN LINE B SHUTTLEGREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
    Babcock Street (Shuttle)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brown University to Boston University

The distance between Brown University, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 45.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 103 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brown University 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 Brown University to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 103 minutes, using Bus line 72, Train line ACELA, Bus line GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brown University 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 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brown University to Boston University?

    The 72 bus line goes from Dorrance Before Pine station near Brown University in Boston to Providence Station (Exchange Before Park Row W) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Providence Station (Exchange Before Park Row W) station near Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The total travel time between Brown University in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by bus and train is about 1 hr 43 min.

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

    Get on the 72 bus from the Dorrance Before Pine stop near Brown University in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Providence Station (Exchange Before Park Row W) stop, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

  • When is the last train from Brown University to Boston University?

    The last train from Brown University in Boston to Boston University in Brookline is the Providence/Stoughton line. It leaves the Providence station at 6:15 PM.

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