How to get from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University by bus and train?

From Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University by bus and train

To get from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University in Boston, take the ACELA train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE bus from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St station to Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Rhode Island School of Design may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

86min
Walk to train station
Train - ACELAACELA
Bus - GREEN LINE B SHUTTLEGREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Providence
    770 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stuart St @ Dartmouth St
    ID 71855
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREEN LINE B SHUTTLEGREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE
    Babcock Street (Shuttle)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St
    ID 952
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    Boston, MA 02215, USA
    330 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University

The distance between Rhode Island School of Design and Boston University is approximately 44.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Train line ACELA, Bus line GREEN LINE B SHUTTLE.

  • Is there a direct train between Rhode Island School of Design and Boston University in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University in Boston?

    The ACELA train line goes from Providence station near Rhode Island School of Design in Boston to Back Bay - South End station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Back Bay - South End station near Boston University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Rhode Island School of Design and Boston University by train and bus is about 1 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rhode Island School of Design to get to Boston University in Boston?

    Get on the ACELA train from the Providence station near Rhode Island School of Design in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rhode Island School of Design and Boston University in Boston?

    Get off the train at the Back Bay - South End stop, which is closest to Boston University.

  • When is the last train from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University in Boston?

    The last train from Rhode Island School of Design to Boston University in Boston is the Providence/Stoughton line. It leaves the Providence station at 6:15 PM.

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